Qingzhou Yunmen Mountain Hiking Travel Guide

❤Recommendation reason: Yunmen Mountain in Qingzhou is famous for its "longevity culture" and "Yunmen Wonderland". It is only 421 meters above sea level. The hiking difficulty is moderate and it is suitable for a half-day tour. 🗓Itinerary: 1. Hiking route planning Route overview: Mountain Gate → Guanshou Pavilion → Wangshou Pavilion → Haidaixiongfeng Stone Carving → Main Peak Dayunding (Shou Character Stone Carving) → Yunmen Cave → Grotto Statue Area → Tianxianyu Temple Duration: about 2-3 hours (including taking photos and rest) Strength: ★★☆☆☆ (gentle steps, suitable for beginners) Key attractions: "[○] The world's first longevity" stone carving Location: The cliff on the north side of the main peak is 7.5 meters high. The "寸" character alone is 2.3 meters high, which means "live as long as the Southern Mountains, and never be as tall as an inch." Tips for checking in: The light is soft in the morning, and silhouettes shot against the light are more stunning; touch the "Cun" part of the Chinese character for longevity to get good fortune (please be careful). [○] Yunmun Cave Features: A huge natural cave that penetrates the mountain. In summer and autumn, clouds and fog pass through the cave, making it feel like entering a fairyland. Legend has it that it was dug during the Eastern Tour of Qin Shihuang. [○] Grotto statues Highlights: Buddhist grottoes of the Sui and Tang dynasties, with 272 well-preserved Buddha statues with delicate clothing lines, some of which are engraved with the inscription "The Tenth Year of Kaihuang". [○]Temple of the Celestial Fairy Landscape: After reaching the top, you can overlook the panoramic view of Qingzhou. The foggy weather feels like walking on the clouds, and Taoist buildings blend with natural wonders. 🚉Transportation strategy: 1. How to get to Qingzhou High-speed rail: Qingdao/Jinan→Qingzhou City Station (1.5-2 hours), taxi to Yunmen Mountain takes about 15 minutes (cost 20 yuan). Self-driving: Navigate to "Qingzhou Yunmen Mountain Scenic Area", the parking lot in the scenic area charges 10 yuan/day. 2. Transportation within the scenic area Hiking: There is no cableway throughout the entire hike, so it is recommended to travel light. Shuttle bus: There are electric cars from the entrance of the scenic area to the mountain gate (10 yuan one way), which can be chosen by those with average physical strength. 🍽Dining recommendations: 1. Must-try Qingzhou specialties [○] Longsheng Cake (in Qingzhou Ancient City): Recommended: Mi Sandao (a time-honored brand, sweet but not greasy), peach cake, and mung bean cake. Address: South end of Ouyuan Street, RMB 15 per person. [○] Halal grits (saam1) soup: Features: Beef/chicken thick soup with egg drops, served with fried dough sticks or sesame cakes, warms the stomach and resists hunger. Recommended restaurant: Ma's Muslim Restaurant (Yunmenshan South Road), 10 yuan per person. [○] Miaozi whole lamb soup: Highlights: Made from black goats from the mountainous area of ​​central Shandong, the soup is milky white and can be served with flatbread or steamed bread. Recommended shop: Laohuaishu Whole Lamb Restaurant (near Fucai Gate in the ancient city), 30 yuan per person. 2. Diet reminders on the mountain There are no restaurants on the mountain, so it is recommended to bring your own water and snacks; there is a small stall at the foot of the mountain selling simple meals such as mineral water (3 yuan), pancakes with green onions (5 yuan), etc.