Exploring the Millennium Ancient Trail of Jinan

Jinan's Millennium Ancient Trail carries a long history and culture, with picturesque scenery along the way, making it a great place to visit. Here is a travel guide: 📝 Trail Introduction The Millennium Ancient Trail in Jinan mainly refers to the Qilu Ancient Trail, which was a military and economic route between the states of Qi and Lu during the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods. Among them, the Caishi Millennium Ancient Trail is located deep in the mountains of Caishi Qinglongyu Village and has been a thoroughfare since before the Tang and Song dynasties, having been repaired through many dynasties. Meanwhile, Sande Fan Village in Zhangqiu is an important traffic stronghold on the Qilu Ancient Trail, with history tracing back to the Western Zhou period. 🗺️ Travel Routes • Caishi Qilu Ancient Trail Hiking Route: Locate the Qilu Ancient Trail on the map, enter along dirt and small paths, passing a several-hundred-meter-long stone slab road, enjoying mountain forest scenery along the way. After reaching the mountaintop at the southern end of Qinglongyu Village, you can return the same way or follow signs to destinations like Yima Spring, but be aware of road conditions in some areas. • Sande Fan Village Exploration Route: Drive to Xuandi Pavilion in Sande Fan Village, Zhangqiu. From Xuandi Pavilion, walk along the bluestone ancient trail to Taiping Gate, visiting the ancient theater stage, Qilu Ancient Trail Stone Carving Museum, and experiencing the Ming and Qing dynasty architecture and rich cultural heritage of the ancient village. 🌈 Nearby Attractions • Qingye Village, the Hometown of Wuyin Opera: Close to Sande Fan Village, it is the birthplace of Wuyin Opera. You can navigate to the Wuyin Opera Museum to see ancient costumes and scripts and feel the charm of traditional opera culture. • Jinyangguan Qi Great Wall Ruins: Located at the border of Zhangqiu and Laiwu, about 1 km along Provincial Road S234 from Shizikou Village. Here you can feel the vicissitudes of history. 🚌 Transportation and 🏠 Accommodation • Transportation: Self-driving is recommended, as all attractions have parking lots. If using public transport, first reach Zhangqiu or Caishi areas, then transfer to local buses or taxis to the specific sites. • Accommodation: You can choose lakeside courtyard homestays near Xueye Lake, which offer elegant environments and lake views. Notes • Some sections of the Caishi Qilu Ancient Trail may have spider webs; it is recommended to bring tools for clearing them. Also, be cautious of slippery areas and wear comfortable sports shoes. • The opening hours of the Wuyin Opera Museum may be irregular; it is advisable to consult local villagers in advance before visiting.