One-day tour of the ancient city of Mingshui in "Xiaoquancheng"

What comes to mind when you mention Zhangqiu? Zhangqiu's leeks are taller than people, Zhangqiu's spring water is sweet, and Zhangqiu's iron pots are as shiny as mirrors, etc. Its long history has nurtured a profound cultural heritage, creating generations of historical celebrities, making Zhangqiu both profound and vibrant. But did you know that there is also an ancient city of Mingshui in Zhangqiu? Mingshui, named for its clear mountains and beautiful waters, is a place of scenic beauty, known as "Xiaoquancheng". The Baiquanchuan is also where Zhangqiu's "spring veins" are located, with spring water full of spirituality, breeding life. Nourished by the spring water, the ancient city of Mingshui rose around the springs. 🚩 Mingshui Ancient City Tour Guide 🎈 The ancient city of Mingshui has 7 gates, in addition to the four main gates of east, west, south, and north, there are also three smaller gates ✅ South Gate: North of the current post office, slightly north of the entrance to Mingshui Street ✅ North Gate: Slightly west of the north gate of Baiquanchuan Park, originally at the north end of Hongmiao Alley ✅ East Gate: North of Li Qingzhao's former residence, originally west of Jinjiang Bridge. Commonly known as the Big East Gate ✅ West Gate: Outside the east wall of the original No. 4 Middle School, slightly north. Commonly known as the Big West Gate ✅ Southeast Gate: In the southeast of Baiquanchuan Square. Also called the Small South Gate, Fish Pond Gate ✅ Southwest Gate: South of the Big West Gate, originally at the west end of Renyi Alley. There is a bridge below, and crossing the bridge leads out of the city ✅ Small North Gate: North of the original Li Family Garden 🚩 Photo Spots Recommended ✅ Dock Boat Tour: 60/person/one-way, 100/person for a round trip, take a boat to tour around the ancient city ✅ Ancient City Tower: It's really spectacular to take photos of the city tower from the bridge, super photogenic ✅ Meng Family Courtyard: The courtyard of a wealthy family, with performances of "Zhangqiu Bangzi Opera" ✅ Ancient City Post Office: Those who like collecting stamps must go, you can take photos with a Republic of China vibe ✅ Riverside of the Ancient City: An excellent photo spot, it is recommended to wear traditional costumes ✅ Viewing the Springs: Plum Blossom Spring, Baiquanchuan, Ink Spring 🍵 Dining Recommendations ✅ Hot Pot, Buffet, Hun Dun, Baked Buns ✅ Mutton Soup, Hanging Oven Baked Buns, Good Luck Cake ✅ Fried Tofu, Noodles, Pizza, Burgers, Tofu Brain 🚩 Recommended Ancient City Attractions ✅ Meng Family Courtyard ✅ Defense Works ✅ Ancient City Yamen ✅ Weichuan Pharmacy ✅ Sauce Garden ✅ Tofu Workshop ✅ Blacksmith ✅ Post Office ✅ Li Qingzhao's Former Residence ✅ Longquan Temple ✅ Ink Spring, Plum Blossom Spring ✅ Baiquanchuan 💰 Ticket Information ✅ 68/person 🏠 Accommodation Recommendations ✅ There is accommodation within the ancient city of Mingshui for reference ✅ Hotels around the ancient city of Mingshui (high cost-performance ratio, wide selection) 🚙 Transportation Information ✅ Self-driving can navigate to Zhangqiu Mingshui Ancient City ✅ Take the high-speed train from Jinan Station to Zhangqiu Station (ticket price 15/18/person) ✅ Buses are a bit slow, not recommended