A 2-day tour guide to Jining Rencheng District: Encountering the ancient charm of the canal

[DAY1] First visit to Rencheng, feeling the charm of the canal [Sun] Noon: Arrive at Beijing Hangzhou Holiday Inn to check in. The hotel has a superior geographical location and convenient transportation, which is convenient for subsequent trips. [Glister] Afternoon: Head to the Ancient Grand Canal Scenic Area, which is within walking distance from the hotel. Stroll along the canal, admire the quaint buildings along the coast, and feel the ancient charm of the thousand-year-old canal. On the way, we passed Todaiji Temple, an Islamic mosque built in the Ming Dynasty. Its architectural style combines traditional Chinese architecture with Islamic architectural features. The temple is full of carved beams and painted buildings and is worth a visit. [Star] Evening: Taste Jining’s specialties at a restaurant near the ancient canal. Have a bowl of braised pork with rice. The soft and fragrant rice is paired with the braised pork that is stewed until it is soft and tasty, fat but not greasy, and is paired with side dishes such as tiger skin eggs and tofu puffs, which will greatly increase your appetite. After the meal, you can also try Jining’s special snack - Toad Oil, which has a crispy outer skin, soft and glutinous filling, and is sweet and delicious. [DAY2] Experience the charm of Rencheng [Sun] Morning: Go to Jining Museum, which has a rich collection of artifacts ranging from prehistoric artifacts to modern paintings and calligraphy, fully displaying the historical and cultural changes of Jining area. Here, you can gain an in-depth understanding of the historical heritage of Rencheng and feel the accumulation of years. [Sun] Noon: Have lunch at a restaurant near the museum. We recommend Jining's Huzhou, a porridge made from millet and soybean flour. It has a rich taste and is paired with fried dough sticks or pan-fried buns for a unique flavor. [Glister] Afternoon: Go to Nanchi Park, which is a comprehensive park integrating leisure, entertainment and culture. The South Pond in the park is the site of the Nanchi Queen Mother Pavilion from the Tang Dynasty and has now become a major scenic spot in Rencheng. Take a stroll in the park, enjoy the scenery of lakes and mountains, and feel the beauty of nature. If you have enough time, you can also go to the folk culture exhibition area in the park to learn about Jining’s traditional folk culture.