Liaocheng's Hidden Gem: Guangyue Tower｜A 600-Year-Old Landmark

❤ Recommended reasons: Guangyue Tower was built in the 7th year of the Hongwu period of the Ming dynasty (1374 AD). It was originally called "Yumu Tower" and later renamed "Dongchang Tower" after its location. In the 9th year of the Hongzhi period of the Ming dynasty (1496 AD), Li Zan, an official of the Ministry of Personnel, passed by Dongchang and renamed it "Guangyue Tower" to mean "shining on Mount Tai." 📍 Address: Located in the center of the ancient city of Dongchangfu District, Liaocheng, Shandong Province, at the intersection of four streets, it is a landmark of Liaocheng. 🕙 Opening hours: 09:00–17:00 💰 Ticket price: CNY 30 per person, CNY 15 per student 🚉 Transportation: Bus: Take a bus in Liaocheng to "Guangyue Tower" station. Taxi: Take a taxi in Liaocheng to Guangyue Tower. The fare is about CNY 10–15. Self-driving: Navigate to "Guangyue Tower." There is a parking lot near the scenic area. 🗓 Itinerary: First floor: Visit the historical and cultural exhibition to learn about the construction process and historical background of Guangyue Tower. You can see the shrine of Lu Ban and experience the wisdom of ancient builders. Second floor: Admire the architectural structure and decorative art, such as mortise and tenon structure, caisson, and the plaque "Shen Guang Zhong Ying" inscribed by Emperor Kangxi. Third floor: Climb to the top floor and overlook the city of Liaocheng and the beautiful scenery of Dongchang Lake, taking in the ancient city scenery. ✅ Nearby attractions: Dongchang Lake: One of the largest urban lakes in northern China, with clear water and beautiful scenery. You can take a boat tour or walk along the lake. Shanshan Guild Hall: It has high architectural and historical value and witnessed the prosperity of Liaocheng during the Qing dynasty.