Just returned from Zaozhuang, really don't recommend visiting in July-August because it's just too...

Don't miss Zaozhuang when visiting Shandong! This historic city boasts rich red culture heritage and hides many underrated gems👏 This 2-day-1-night itinerary shows you ancient towns, cultural experiences, and delicious food - a perfect Zaozhuang trip without pitfalls~ Day1: 📍Tai'erzhuang Ancient City Best visited in morning, ticket ¥160/person Must-see: Ancient Canal, Revival Square, Tai'erzhuang Battle Memorial Hall Rent Hanfu costumes for photos in the ancient town - super photogenic 【Dining Recommendation】Gucheng Canal Fish Restaurant (by the canal, ¥60/person) 📍Tai'erzhuang Canal Wetland 5km from ancient city, free admission Beautiful reed marshes, recommend boat tour Perfect for sunset viewing in evening Day2: 📍Weishan Lake Red Lotus Wetland Ticket ¥60, suggested visit 3 hours Boat ride to see vast red lotus fields, best in July-August If lucky, you might spot wild swans 📍Railway Guerrilla Film Studio Ticket ¥40, recreates WWII-era scenes Many movie filming locations, great for military uniform photos 【Practical Tips】 ✅Stay in ancient city inns for amazing night atmosphere ✅Dining in Weishan Lake scenic area is pricey, bring snacks ✅Must try Zaozhuang spicy chicken! Recommend Wang Laosan Restaurant (Shizhong District) ✅Take high-speed rail to Zaozhuang Station, convenient taxi service in city 【Food Checklist】 ✔Zaozhuang spicy chicken ✔Vegetable pancake ✔Lamb soup ✔Canal carp