#Daming Lake Scenic Area Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
#1 of Spring Outings in Jinan
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Address:
No.271 Daminghu Road, Lixia District, Jinan City
Opening times:
Opens at 05:00-22:00Open
Recommended sightseeing time:
2-4 hour
Phone:
0531-86088900
1500 years old Pearl of the Spring City
Daming Lake Park is a National AAAAA tourist area with an area of 103.4 hectares with a 57.7 hectares of lake. Known as the “Pearl of the Spring City”, has a long history (1500 years) with the earliest description in the Northern Wei Dynasty. Fed by many wild springs and with beautiful refection of ancient architectures and modern towers on the clear blue water and broad vision of the blue sky. More than 30 historical places inside the park, such as Lixia Pavilion, Beiji Temple, Huibo Tower, Xin Fiji Memorial, Chaoran Tower, Tie Xuan Memorial, Xia Garden, etc. During past dynasties celebrities have left lyrics and calligraphy in the lakeside.
Beautiful experience walking all the way around the lake where local people and tourists enjoy different activities, from dancing to boating, from play cards to fly kites, from fishing to praying at the temple, etc.
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Jinan Daming Lake Scenic Spot Experience ⛵️
Jinan Daming Lake Scenic Spot ⛵️
There are two entrances (Main Entrance and South Gate ). A perfect place to visit during the day and at night (before 22:00 pm), more especially during spring 🌸 and summer . 🌞The place is enormous ( you must be prepared to walk 😅). Boat rides are quite affordable (as low as 30¥ per person). Boat rides, lake tours and the amusement park are the most exciting things about the place . This place is perfect for any nature and long walks lover . The lake is Children , friends and Family friendly. it’s surrounded by bars/clubs , Hotels , Restaurants (both western and local like Pizza Hut , Burger kind , etc.) and bus station . The facilitators are quite friendly and helpful. 😊#lakes
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大明湖公园 aka Daming Lake Park. This is big area located exactly in a center if Jinan city. I guess it could be the postcard of this city. This place combine park alleys for walking and cultural heritage together. Absolutely free from any admission, Daming lake offers a shelter among its old and well restored pavilions or sightseeing for hours of exploration. The islands in the middle of lake connected with other side by small bridges are especially charming.
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Damning Lake
This is the lovely and scenic damning lake
Daming Lake, situated in the city of Jinan, Shandong Province, is a significant natural and cultural landmark. Covering 810,000 square meters, with the lake itself spanning 460,000 square meters, Daming Lake is a picturesque destination known for its serene beauty and historical significance. The lake is fed by artesian karst springs, maintaining a consistent water level throughout the year.
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Daming Lake in Jinan | April Travel Guide, Look Here!
Daming Lake Travel Guide:
Upon entering Daming Lake Park, the first place you come to is the Chaoran Pavilion, which is Jinan's new popular spot for checking in on social media. Around 7 o'clock in the evening, many people come here to wait and capture the stunning moment when the lights of Chaoran Pavilion turn on with their smartphones.
It is recommended that everyone visit Daming Lake after 4:30 pm, as the lake is not only beautiful during the day, but the sunset and evening glow are even more spectacular!
Daming Lake is really too big, I didn't walk all the way around it, but the scenery here is indeed nice and worth visiting and checking in. I went to the main attractions, sat by the lake, and enjoyed the sunset, feeling relaxed and comfortable 😌
Daming Lake, a lake in the urban area of Jinan, Shandong Province, is one of the three major historical attractions of Jinan. Located in the northern part of the old city district of Lixia District, Jinan City, Shandong Province, it is formed by the convergence of many springs in Jinan, and the lake water flows into the Xiaoqing River through the Mo River.
The water area is 57.7 hectares, with an average depth of 2-3 meters. Daming Lake has beautiful scenery, with clear and azure waters, and is one of the core components of the national 5A-level tourist attraction—'The Number One Spring under Heaven' scenic area.
Daming Lake has a long history, with many buildings commemorating the achievements and traces of ancient people, as well as natural landscapes, such as Lixia Pavilion, Tie Gong Temple, Xiao Canglang, Beiji Pavilion, Huibo Building, Nanfeng Temple, Xia Garden, Jiaxuan Temple, etc., attracting literati from past dynasties to come for remembrance and poetry. Poets from the Tang Dynasty onwards have left famous poems. After liberation, it was officially turned into a park in 1957, and after several renovations and beautifications, it has become one of the famous tourist attractions in Jinan!
Suggested visit duration: 2-3 hours
Scenic area opening hours: 05:00-22:00
Tickets🎫: Free
🅿️Address: No. 271, Daming Lake Road, Lixia District, Jinan City, Shandong Province
Jackson Perez
Spring in Jinan
👍Highly recommended:
Ming Shui Ancient City International Spring Water Tourism Resort
Baotu Spring Scenic Area
⏳Recommended visiting time:
Ming Shui Ancient City can be visited in one day by self-driving
Baotu Spring, along with Wulong Spring and Heihu Spring, are on the same route. Visit Wulong Spring first, then Baotu Spring, and finally cross Quancheng Square to Heihu Spring. You can finish the tour in one day
🚉Transportation tips:
Besides Ming Shui Ancient City, public transportation in Jinan is very convenient. Just navigate and take the bus directly
PATRICK HOLT
Already looking forward to the upcoming Jinan trip!!
Already looking forward to the upcoming Jinan trip!!||The spring-summer version of Jinan is really suitable for city walks!
Route:
Baotu Spring
Daming Lake
Wulongtan Park
Heihu Spring
Qu Shui Ting Street
Wanda Plaza entrance (Yujin Flower)
VioletDreamer73
Jinan, Daming Lake
【Jinan·Daming Lake】Do you remember the summer lotus at Daming Lake? |||⏰June 20, 2023, in the evening
📝It is recommended to visit Daming Lake around dusk, as not only is the daytime scenery beautiful, but the sunset glow in the evening is also unparalleled, and surely no one would want to miss the night view of the Lixia Pavilion. Although it is said that one cannot have both the fish and the bear's paw, if we compare the beauty of Daming Lake during the day to the fish and the beauty in the evening to the bear's paw, then enjoying the beauty during the day and then in the evening could be considered as having both the fish and the bear's paw. You might even get an extra 'phoenix claw', as you can witness the beautiful night view of the Lixia Pavilion.
Daming Lake is a lake in the urban area of Jinan, Shandong Province, and one of the three major historical attractions of Jinan. Located in the northern part of the old city district of Lixia District in Jinan City, Shandong Province, it is formed by the convergence of numerous springs in Jinan, with the lake water flowing into Xiaoqing River through the Mo River. The lake has a surface area of 57.7 hectares and an average depth of 2-3 meters. Daming Lake has beautiful and exquisite scenery, with clear and turquoise water, and is one of the core components of the national 5A-level tourist attraction—'The Number One Spring under Heaven' scenic area.
Daming Lake has a long history, with many buildings commemorating the achievements and tracks of ancient people, as well as natural landscapes, such as Lixia Pavilion, Tie Gong Temple, Xiao Canglang, Beiji Pavilion, Huibo Building, Nanfeng Temple, Xia Garden, Jiaxuan Temple, etc., attracting literati from all dynasties to come for remembrance and poetry. Since the Tang Dynasty, poets from all dynasties have left famous poems.
After liberation, it was officially turned into a park in 1957. After several renovations and beautifications, it has become one of the famous tourist attractions in Jinan.
🕐Visiting duration: 2-3h
🈺Opening hours: 05:00-22:00
📇Address: No. 271, Daming Lake Road, Lixia District, Jinan City, Shandong Province
EVERLY SMITH
Shandong Travel Guide for April-May, Let's Explore Shandong Together
👀 Shandong in April is unbelievably beautiful😍! Here you can find azure seas and blue skies, as well as verdant mountains and rivers; there's ancient culture and modern romance. Students, come for a super cost-effective trip😎!
Qingdao: A Romantic Journey to the Pearl of the Sea✨
- 🏔 Laoshan: Towering into the clouds, the peak of Laoshan is shrouded in mist, with the mountain and sea reflecting each other's beauty, offering distinct scenery in each season.
- 🌟 Xingguang Island: A dream park for film and television, where light and shadow intertwine, experience the charm of behind-the-scenes production.
- 🏝 Liugong Island: Dotted with bunkers, witness history, with endless waves and a horizon that stretches forever.
Jinan: A Poetic Journey to the City of Springs🎨
- 💧 Baotu Spring: Crystal-clear spring water, surrounded by ancient pagoda trees, listen to the pleasant sound of the springs.
- 🌳 Daming Lake: Picturesque scenery in all seasons, the spiritual lake of Jinan.
- 🏔 Thousand Buddha Mountain: Majestic mountains, tranquil ancient temples, feel the serenity of Buddhist culture.
Yantai: A Charming Journey to the Coastal City🌊
- 🏰 Penglai Pavilion: The legendary mirage, the ancient pavilion displays mythological scenery between the azure sea and blue sky.
- 🏝 Changdao: Enchanting island scenery, where the clear water meets the sky, a great place for bird watching and exploring marine life.
- 🏔 Yantai Mountain: Rolling hills, towering lighthouses, a historical symbol of the coastal city.
Zibo: A Journey of Cultural and Natural Integration🤝
- 🏛 Museum: Houses ceramic art, explore the profound connotations of Chinese ceramic culture.
- 🍁 Red Leaf Persimmon Rock Tourist Area: In autumn, the red leaves are like fire, where nature and culture coexist harmoniously.
- 🌌 Kaiyuan Karst Cave: The stalactites in the cave come in various shapes, like an underground palace.
Jining: A Pilgrimage to Confucian Culture🙏
- 🤳 Qufu's Three Confucian Sites: The Confucian Temple is solemn and respectful, the Confucian Mansion is simple and grand, and the Confucian Forest is quiet and peaceful, feel the profound cultural heritage of Confucianism.
🎉 Food Recommendations:
- 👉 Jinan: Shandong cuisine, Bazirou, crayfish, barbecue, Youxuan, etc., to fully satisfy your taste buds.
- 👉 Qingdao: Qingdao beer, seafood barbecue, spicy stir-fried clams, etc., taste the flavors of the seaside city.
BoundlessWanderer
Exploring Jinan
🌟 **Jinan Exploration | Travel Tips
🚂 Watching the night scenery flowing outside the window, we embarked on the train from Xingtai to Jinan at two o'clock in the morning. Although the time was a bit unusual, the anticipation of Jinan's beautiful scenery filled us with energy.🌙
🏠 Upon arrival, we chose accommodation near Daming Lake. The first rays of the morning sun reflected on the lake surface, tranquil and beautiful.
🍃 Our first destination was Baotu Spring. In this place known as the 'Spring City,' we felt the strong cultural heritage. Although it requires a ticket, the misty waters of Baotu Spring were refreshing and delightful.
🍜 When hunger struck, we headed to Furong Street to taste various authentic Jinan snacks. The steaming pancakes and fragrant drunken shrimp made us linger and forget to return. Hidden in the alleys of Furong Street, there are many interesting shops, each a great spot for checking in.
🚖 Next, we took a ride to Tu San and Jiaxin Hutong. These popular photo spots attracted many tourists, but also lost some of Jinan's most authentic scenery.
🚌 Taking the bus, we arrived at Qushuiting Street. The collision of ancient architecture and modern commerce on both sides of the street showcased the diverse styles of Jinan. Especially at night, Qushuiting Street was brilliantly lit and bustling.
🍷 As night fell, we visited Kuanhouli to taste Jinan's cuisine and bar culture. The Ice House left a deep impression on us, with its comfortable environment and beautiful music, allowing us to spend a pleasant evening. At the same time, the night view of Chaoran Tower was also uniquely charming.
🌅 The next morning, we decided to revisit Qushuiting Street and Daming Lake, wanting to capture the beauty of the sunrise. At this moment, the lake and mountains, accompanied by the soft light of dawn, made us appreciate the beauty of life.
Summary: The unique charm of Jinan lies in its rich historical and culinary culture. Although the traffic is somewhat congested, each scenic spot exudes its own charm, worth taking the time to savor and explore.
Duncan Cole
Half of the scenery is mountains, and the other half is a city by the lake
Daming Lake can be said to be the most representative attraction of Jinan: "Lotuses on all sides, willows on three, a city of mountain hues, half a city lake." When it comes to Daming Lake, the most famous quote is from the TV series 'My Fair Princess,' where the Emperor is asked if he remembers the summer lotus by the Daming Lake.
Visiting Jinan, one must go to Daming Lake. It was by the Daming Lake that Li Qingzhao met Zhao Mingcheng, and their affection for each other blossomed, "Washed by the dew, the apple blossoms and the grassy banks."
Arriving at Daming Lake, you not only appreciate the beauty of the natural scenery but also feel a tranquility that is far from the madding crowd. You can take a stroll on the bluestone paths when the sunlight is just right, feel the gentle warmth of winter, and experience the 'Jinan in winter' as described by the famous writer Lao She.
The most famous sight at Daming Lake is undoubtedly the Chaoran Pavilion. The current Chaoran Pavilion was rebuilt in 2008. The dimly lit Chaoran Pavilion transports one across ancient and modern times at a glance.
IRENE HAYES
The bright moon shines through the pines, and the clear spring flows over the rocks
Jinan, a city that comes to realize its beauty belatedly...
🌊🏞️ Jinan, the City of Springs, experience the coolness of the springs and the profound history! ⛲️🌼
📍 **Attractions📍**
1️⃣ **Baotu Spring** - 💧 One of Jinan's most famous springs, known as 'the Number One Spring under the Heaven', crystal clear and never dries up.
2️⃣ **Daming Lake** - 🌊 Picturesque lake and mountain views, one of Jinan's iconic attractions, also a great place for leisurely walks.
3️⃣ **Thousand Buddha Mountain** - 🏔️ Home to numerous Buddhist grottoes and sculptures, offering a panoramic view of Jinan's urban area from its peak.
4️⃣ **Black Tiger Spring** - 🐯 The spring water gushes out from a tiger head sculpture, one of the four famous springs in Jinan.
5️⃣ **Five Dragon Pool Park** - 🌳 Shaded by green trees, with clear pond water, it's a popular spot for locals to relax.
🍽️ **Food Recommendations** 🍽️
- **Shandong Cuisine** - 🥘 Traditional cuisine of Shandong Province, known for its appealing color, aroma, taste, and presentation, such as sweet and sour carp, and 'Nine Turns' large intestines.
- **Jinan Roasted Pancake** - 🥞 Crispy on the outside and soft inside, a traditional snack of Jinan.
- **Spring Water Tofu** - 🍲 Tofu made with spring water, known for its delicate texture and refreshing taste.
- **Jianbing Guozi** - 🌯 A representative street snack of Jinan, crispy pancakes with various fillings, offering a unique flavor.
🌟 Jinan is not short of charming shops.
- "Jinan, a city embraced by springs, where every drop of spring water tells a story of a thousand years."
- "In Jinan, let the coolness of the springs cleanse your soul, and the profound history broaden your horizon."
- "Jinan is not just the City of Springs, but also a paradise for food lovers, waiting for you to savor each bite."
🎒 **Travel Tips** 🎒
- **Avoid peak tourist times**: There are large crowds during holidays and weekends, try to avoid these periods for visiting.
- **Plan your itinerary wisely**: The attractions in Jinan are relatively concentrated, plan your itinerary wisely to ensure you don't miss out on anything exciting.
- **Safety precautions**: When playing by the springs, pay attention to safety to avoid slipping.
- **Food choices**: Try to choose restaurants recommended by locals to avoid overpriced eateries in tourist areas.
- **Sun protection**: Remember to apply sunscreen, wear hats, and sunglasses when traveling in spring and summer.
🌈 Come to Jinan, let the coolness of the springs and the deliciousness of Shandong cuisine weave together your travel memories! 🌊🏞️⛲️🌼
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Parents and children together, explore the serene beauty of Daming Lake
⛰【Travel Guide】
📍Detailed address:
Daming Lake Scenic Area is located at No. 271 Daming Lake Road, Lixia District, Jinan City, Shandong Province.
Daming Lake boasts picturesque scenery and crystal-clear waters, and is a core component of the national 5A-level tourist attraction—the Number One Spring Scenic Area.
🚗Transportation guide:
●Take bus routes K11, K41, K54, K66, K91, K95, K98, K109, etc., and get off at the "Daming Lake" station.
●Take bus route K170 and get off at the "Daming Lake East Gate" station.
🕙Opening hours: 05:00-22:00
Travel Tips:
●Full panoramic lake walk (about 3-4 hours): Southwest Gate➡️Former Residence of Wang Jinmei➡️Xin Jiaxuan Memorial Hall➡️Yan Gong Temple➡️Cui Liu Ping Island➡️Xia Garden➡️Zhenhu Lou➡️Si Family Courtyard➡️Lao She and Jinan Exhibition Hall➡️Qiuliu Garden➡️Chaoran Lou➡️Pingyuan Lou➡️Zeng Gong Exhibition Hall➡️Beiji Pavilion➡️Minghu Lou➡️Tie Gong Temple➡️Amusement Park➡️Longquan Pool➡️Southwest Gate.
●South Bank Essence Walk (about 2 hours): Southwest Gate➡️Former Residence of Wang Jinmei➡️Xin Jiaxuan Memorial Hall➡️Yan Gong Temple➡️Cui Liu Ping Island➡️Xia Garden➡️Zhenhu Lou➡️Si Family Courtyard➡️Lao She and Jinan Exhibition Hall➡️Qiuliu Garden➡️Chaoran Lou➡️Southeast Gate.
🌟Highlights:
●Natural scenery: Daming Lake is formed by the convergence of numerous springs in Jinan, with the lake water flowing into the Xiaoqing River through the Mo River, covering an area of 57.7 hectares and an average depth of 2-3 meters. The water is clear and the scenery is beautifully picturesque.
●Cultural landscapes: The scenic area contains historical buildings commemorating the achievements and traces of ancient people, such as Lixia Pavilion, Tie Gong Temple, Xiao Canglang, Beiji Pavilion, Huibo Lou, Nanfeng Temple, Xia Garden, Jiaxuan Temple, as well as landscapes like the reflection of Foshan and murals of the True Warrior Emperor's cultivation, attracting literati from all ages to come and pay tribute and recite poetry.
●Cultural activities: The "Encounter Daming Lake•Chaoran Market" urban cultural and creative market is held on the main tourist road of Chaoran Lou Square in Daming Lake, integrating cultural and creative, leisure, makeup, and cultural tourism characteristic exhibition areas into one. There are also activities such as the lighting of Chaoran ceremony and painted boat performances.
DanielPerry.63
Do you still remember the 'Summer Lotus in the Rain at Daming Lake'?
Those who have seen 'My Fair Princess' will surely know where the Emperor encountered Xia Yuhao, yes, it's indeed at Jinan's Daming Lake. Today, I came here to also experience the beauty of this place! I'll share my travel tips with you all today
✔️Time spent at Daming Lake: Three hours, including walking and taking photos to enjoy the scenery.
❤There are six islands on the lake, such as Lixia Pavilion, Huiquan Hall, and Lake Center Island, with beautiful natural landscapes and sparkling lake waters, where you can take a boat ride.
❤Daming Lake has a rich cultural landscape, with over thirty historical sites such as Lixia Pavilion, Tie Gong Temple, Nanfeng Ancestral Hall, and Beiji Temple, showcasing a long history and culture.
❤Located on Lake Center Island is Lixia Pavilion. Hanging above is the plaque 'Lixia Pavilion' inscribed by Emperor Gaozong of the Qing Dynasty. The couplet in front of the pavilion 'This ancient pavilion in the east of the sea, Jinan has many distinguished people' is a verse from the poet Du Fu.
✔️Tour route:
South Gate - Westward Xianyuan Scenic Area - Jiaxuan Ancestral Hall Scenic Area - Southwest Gate - Amusement Park - Tie Gong Temple Scenic Area - North Gate Scenic Area - Yue Xia Pavilion Scenic Area - Beiji Pavilion (from here you can take a boat to tour Lixia Pavilion) - Nanfeng Ancestral Hall Scenic Area - North Water Gate - East Gate
An important note, be sure to visit the Chaoran Tower at night, the night view🌃 is breathtaking, making one linger and forget to return Sitting on the boat, with the tower's reflection in the water, majestic and spectacular, under the illumination of lights it feels as if one is in the resplendent imperial palace, so beautiful!
After the walk, you can go to the opposite Quancheng Square to enjoy the fountain, which is also very spectacular, with colorful lights, well worth a visit
✔️After the tour, you can take a taxi to the nearby Furong Street or Kuanghou Li to eat, there are many snacks, among which the pig intestine stuffed with large green onions, really made my eyes pop out.
Being able to enjoy beautiful scenery and satisfy your taste buds, this is simply the life of a fairy couple
RefreshedSanctuaries
Jinan Weekend Travel Guide
Jinan's winter is bright and clear.
Spring has come to Jinan.
It's still cold despite the warm spells.
Make sure to wear your long johns.
Here it comes.
George Morandi Hotel·F (Qingyun Haidao Jinshan Temple People's Hospital Branch) Thousand Buddha Mountain Daming Lake Scenic Area Baotu Spring Scenic Area Haidao Jinshan Temple Scenic Area
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University Students' Budget Travel | Guide to Visiting Daming Lake in Jinan
📌When it comes to Jinan, Daming Lake is a must-mention! A 5A tourist spot, and what's more, the entrance is free🆓
👉It is recommended to enter from the South Gate, stroll along Furong Street and Qushuiting Street, and you'll arrive at the South Gate of Daming Lake. Entering from the South Gate, you'll find the South Gate Wharf, which makes taking a boat tour around the lake very convenient🚢, or you can take a leisurely walk along the lake and enjoy the lotus flowers in full bloom.
📸Chaoran Tower is also worth a visit; it is known as 'the number one tower north of the Yangtze River.' The name originates from the Chaoran Platform built by Su Shi and named by Su Zhe, where you can climb up and have a panoramic view of Daming Lake.
🎈Travel Tips:
1⃣️Besides walking, taking a tour boat is also a good choice for a relaxed sightseeing experience😉.
2⃣️There is no food inside the scenic area, but there are many snack bars and restaurants at the entrance, as well as handicrafts🎁.
3⃣️It is suggested to visit in the afternoon, so you can be at Chaoran Tower by evening to see the lights at night🌃.
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Jinan, the Spring City, experience the beauty of mountains and waters!
🌺 Jinan, this ancient yet modern city, is rich in historical culture and natural landscapes. 😍
🌳 Here lies the Number One Spring under Heaven - Baotu Spring, where the water is so clear that you can see to the bottom, bubbling up constantly, making one feel the charm of nature. 🤗
🛤 Strolling by the Daming Lake, admiring the clarity of the lake water and the grandeur of the surrounding mountains, it's like being in a painting. 🌸
👉 There are also many attractions such as the Thousand Buddha Mountain, Kuanhouli Historic District waiting for you to explore! 😜
🌮 Tasting the delicacies of Jinan is also a great pleasure, with dishes like Youxuan, Tianmo, Bazirou... each bite is full of happiness! 😍
🚩 Come to Jinan and discover the unique beauty of this city! 💗
challenging.deeanna
Spring arrives at Daming Lake - transcending the Superb Building and the charm of Seven Bridges
Magpie Bridge - Superb Building - Seven Bridges Charm - Tianxin Water Pavilion (overlooking Lixia Pavilion) - Sijia Wharf - South Gate of Daming Lake - Xia Garden, I often stroll along this route on weekends, and the scenery is exceptionally beautiful. Zeng Gong, one of the Eight Great Prose Masters of the Tang and Song dynasties, once served as an official here. He built the Hundred Flowers Embankment (later renamed Zeng Embankment by later generations in his honor) and the beautiful scenery of the Seven Bridges Charm is concentrated nearby.
From the South Gate of Daming Lake, crossing the road to the south is the Qu Shui Pavilion Hundred Flowers Isle historical and cultural district. You can also take a boat from the south gate to the north shore's Tie Gong Temple or Beiji Pavilion, or Nangong Shrine, with very cheap ticket prices. Different routes can also go to the north shore and then return to the south shore. Whether you choose a guided tour boat also determines the difference in boat ticket prices.
About the poetry of the Seven Bridges:
Zeng Gong 'To My Colleagues in Qi State'
A dance in West Lake's rainbow skirts, urging guests to drink from white jade cups among the flowers.
Who faces the moon over the Seven Bridges tonight, with affectionate thoughts that span a thousand miles and cannot be forgotten.
Zeng Gong 'After Leaving Qi State'
My home must be visited in Xi Pond, hard to let go of West Lake's ten acres of autumn.
From now on, the wind and moon of the Seven Bridges, my dreams and soul always reach the Mulan boat.
The West Lake mentioned in the poems is now Daming Lake, and the Seven Bridges Charm refers to the seven bridges that were built around the lake in the old city area of Jinan at that time. Not all the names of the Seven Bridges have been recorded, but the known ones are Shuixi Bridge, Furong Bridge, Huxi Bridge, Beichi Bridge, and Hundred Flowers Bridge. Today, they are composed of seven scenic bridges: Magpie, Furong, Shuixi, Huxi, Beichi, Hundred Flowers, and Autumn Willow. Standing on the bridges and looking out, the lake water meanders, with wetland aquatic plants such as bulrushes and reeds growing densely by the water, lush shrubs and bright flowers on the green belts, and the seven stone bridges spanning the water, as if entering the water towns of the Jiangnan region.
WanderlustAbroad_99
Daming Lake in the Snow | The Reappearance of 'Jinan's Winter' by Lao She
|The Reappearance of 'Jinan's Winter' by Lao She. Daming Lake in the Snow | The Reappearance of 'Jinan's Winter' by Lao She
Because of a snowfall, the beautiful scenery depicted in Lao She's 'Jinan's Winter' is realistically reproduced before everyone's eyes.
Daming Lake is rippling, the green trees on the shore and the white roofs, the green lake water, the golden autumn and the snow complement each other, presenting a beautiful scenery of autumn and winter.
The Daming Lake in the snow is silver-clad, with misty water vapor, like a fairyland in a fairy tale world.
Highlights:
Daming Lake, one of the three famous scenic spots in Jinan, is a rare natural lake in the bustling city, known as the 'Pearl of the Spring City'. There are six islands of different sizes on the lake, such as Lixia Pavilion, Huiquan Hall, and Lake Heart Island. The natural scenery is beautiful and pleasant, and the lake is sparkling, with boats passing by.
The cultural landscape of Daming Lake is very rich, with more than 30 famous historical sites such as Lixia Pavilion, Tie Gong Temple, Nanfeng Temple, and Beiji Temple hidden among the green trees and flowers, showing a long history and culture.
◆Lixia Pavilion located on Lake Heart Island. The plaque 'Lixia Pavilion' written by Emperor Gaozong of the Qing Dynasty is hung above. The couplet in front of the pavilion 'This pavilion is ancient on the right side of the sea, and there are many famous people in Jinan' is a verse by Du Fu.
Tour route:
South Gate-West Xiyuan Scenic Area-Jiaxuan Temple Scenic Area-Southwest Gate-Amusement Park-Tie Gong Temple Scenic Area-North Gate Scenic Area-Moon Pavilion Scenic Area-Beiji Pavilion (you can take a boat tour of Lixia Pavilion from here)-Nanfeng Temple Scenic Area-North Water Gate-East Gate Exit Turn right to visit the new area
Scenic area tickets: Free admission
Note tips:
Chaoran Tower ticket 40 yuan/person, painting boat 30 yuan/person
Business hours: 5:00-22:00
Detailed address: 271 Minghu Road, Lixia District, Jinan City
Traffic strategy:
Self-driving:
You can choose to exit from the west exit of Jinan on the Beijing-Fuzhou Expressway, go east along Jingshi Road, go north on the Shunhe Viaduct at the Provincial Sports Center, and exit at Minghu North Road to reach the north gate of Daming Lake. It takes about 30 minutes to arrive after exiting the expressway
ROSELYN MACK
Do you remember the summer lotus by the lake of Minghu?
Daming Lake Scenic Area is located in the northeast of the city center of Jinan, Shandong Province, China, in the northern part of the old city district. It is formed by the convergence of many springs in Jinan, such as the Pearl Spring and the Zhaoying Spring, and is one of the three famous attractions in Jinan. The Daming Lake Scenic Area has a warm temperate semi-humid continental monsoon climate, with dry and cold winters, and humid and rainy summers.
Daming Lake Scenic Area
One of the famous attractions in Jinan, Shandong Province, China
Daming Lake Scenic Area is located in the northeast of the city center of Jinan, Shandong Province, China, in the northern part of the old city district , formed by the convergence of many springs in Jinan, such as the Pearl Spring and the Zhaoying Spring, and is one of the three famous attractions in Jinan. The Daming Lake Scenic Area has a warm temperate semi-humid continental monsoon climate, with dry and cold winters, and humid and rainy summers.
The surface area of Daming Lake is about 0.57 square kilometers, with an average depth of 2 meters, and the deepest point reaching 4 meters. In 1955, Daming Lake was turned into a park, and it was expanded in 2007. The park covers an area of about 1.03 square kilometers, with the lake occupying about 53% of it. There are about 26,000 square meters of lotus ponds in the lake, and more than 800 weeping willows surround the banks. Daming Lake has a long history and culture, with records dating back to the Northern Wei Dynasty, and it has been rebuilt many times over various dynasties, becoming famous since the Tang Dynasty. There are many historical sites around Daming Lake, including the Beiji Temple, Tie Gong Shrine, Nanfeng Shrine, Lixia Pavilion, and Chaoran Tower, among which Lixia Pavilion and Tie Gong Shrine are municipal cultural relics protection units.
In 2003, Daming Lake Scenic Area was rated as a national AAAA-level tourist attraction and a provincial scenic spot. In 2009, Daming Lake Scenic Area was honored by the China World Records Association as China's number one spring-fed lake. In 2013, the Tianxia No.1 Spring Scenic Area, which includes Daming Lake Scenic Area, was rated as a national AAAAA-level tourist attraction.
NathanRussell.79
Checking in Lao She【Winter in Jinan】
Winter in Jinan is silent. For someone like me who just returned from London, it's strange to see sunlight in winter; winter in Jinan is sunny. Of course, in the tropics, the sunlight is always so poisonous, and the bright weather is a bit scary. However, in the winter of North China, to have warm and sunny weather, Jinan really is a treasure land. Daming Lake Scenic Area Baotu Spring Scenic Area George Morandi Hotel·F (Qingyun Haidao Jinshan Temple People's Hospital Branch) George Morandi Hotel (Jinan Liberation Road Branch)
SAWYER THORNTON
Lotus Lake and Willow Companions | Jinan Daming Lake
Daming Lake, a lake in the urban area of Jinan, Shandong Province, and one of the three major historical attractions of Jinan. Located in the northern part of the old city of Lixia District, Jinan, Shandong Province, it is formed by the convergence of many springs in Jinan, and the lake water flows into Xiaoqing River through the Mo River. The water surface area is 57.7 hectares, and the water depth is 2~3 meters on average. Daming Lake has beautiful and beautiful scenery, clear and green lake water, and is one of the core components of the national 5A-level tourist scenic spot-the world's first spring scenic spot.
Daming Lake has a long history, and there are many buildings and natural landscapes commemorating the political achievements and whereabouts of ancient people, such as Lixia Pavilion, Tie Gongci, Xiaocanglang, Beijige, Huibo Building, Nanfengci, Xiyuan, Jiaxuan Ancestral Hall, etc., which attract literati from all dynasties to come and chant. Poets from all dynasties since the Tang Dynasty have left famous poems.
After the liberation, it was officially built into a park in 1957, and after several renovations and beautifications, it has become one of the famous tourist attractions in Jinan City.
Benjamin Young
Jinan - Taian - Qufu trip
🚗🚗🚗Travel route:
Day1: Daming Lake Scenic Area→Baotu Spring Scenic Area→Black Tiger Spring→Kuanhouli→Furong Street
Day2: Mount Tai Scenic Area→Confucius Ascension Place→Doumu Palace→Zhongtian Gate→Eighteen Bends→South Heaven Gate→Jade Emperor Peak→Bixia Temple
Day3: Qufu Three Kong Scenic Area→Confucius Forest→Confucius Temple→Confucius Mansion
velora_7588
Spring City Jinan!! Such a beautiful Jinan, I will be really sad if you don't come
The most comprehensive travel guide to Jinan!
About Transportation
Train stations: Jinan has four train stations, namely Lixia District Jinan East Station, Huaiyin District Jinan West Station, Tianqiao District Jinan Station, and Daming Lake Station. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages in terms of location and scale, and you can choose according to your needs. Jinan can be congested during peak hours, and you should not get on the cars that drivers hail you from the station or the roadside, saying that they will leave immediately, but they always have to wait a long time.
Airport: Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport is the only airport in Jinan, 36 kilometers away from the city center, and the driving time is about 40-50 minutes. Bus: Alipay and WeChat support QR code scanning for bus rides (money-saving tip: Alipay has a day pass! 6 yuan a day unlimited times!)
Subway: Download the 'Jinan Subway' app and register to log in. Jinan's subway has not yet formed a scale, and there are currently only three lines that do not pass through the city. If necessary, you can plan your trip in advance.
About Accommodation:
It is recommended to stay near Furong Street/Daming Lake Scenic Area
Recommended attractions:
1, Baotu Spring
Enjoy flowers, 'watching springs and tasting tea' activities start from April 10th every year until the end of winter, and the opening hours are from 07:00 to 21:00; for specific activity information, you can follow the official WeChat account 'The First Spring in the World'. The three characters 'Baotu Spring' on the south gate of Baotu Spring were personally inscribed by Emperor Qianlong.
2, Wulongtan
There is a Tanxi Teahouse, which is the best place to taste tea and enjoy the spring.
3, Daming Lake Park
You can take a sightseeing car to tour Daming Lake, 30 yuan/circle. You can also experience boating, rent a sightseeing boat. ️Lake line: 50 yuan/person for a boat at the South Gate Wharf. Xiaodong Lake: Take a 20 yuan/person boat at Sijia Wharf/Chaoran Tower Wharf. Lake Island: Take a 10 yuan/person round-trip boat to Lixia Island at Jiaxuan Temple on the south bank or Tie Gong Temple on the north bank. ️Battery boat: 150 yuan/hour self-driving luxury boat back and forth between Lixia Pavilion and Lake West Wharf. In summer, a lotus exhibition will be held in Daming Lake Park.
4, Qushuiting Street
5, Pearl Spring
6, Kuanhouli Snack Street
7, Black Tiger Spring
Black Tiger Spring has a cruise ship (there is a night cruise ship when the weather is warm) optional route to Chaoran Tower in Daming Lake, watch Chaoran Tower turn on the lights at night (lights on around 18:20, lights off around 23:30), or you can go directly to Quancheng Square to wait for the music fountain at night (20:00-20:30)
8, ️Quancheng Square The fountain during the day is not as good as it looks at night, and it is twice a day at 10:00 and 15:00.
9, Shandong Science and Technology Museum (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, start booking tickets for this week on Tuesdays)
10, ️Shandong Museum
It has been on the 'National Treasure', and the bamboo slips of Sun Tzu and Sun Bin's Art of War are national cultural relics.
Recommended food:
Qinji Huoshao (really delicious, it's best to eat it while it's hot)
Sudao Coffee (closes at 18:00, delicious and very suitable for taking pictures)
Mr. Stone's Oven (delicious and cheap)
Dianbing Dianjiang (you can rush if you like spicy)
Liu Xiaomang's Bazirou (there are many repeat customers)
Old Zhou's Beef Shaobing (Beef Shaobing and Mutton Soup are delicious)
Suanzhaner (plum-shaped tanghulu, a specialty of Jinan)
Our Wang Xinguo's Bazirou (an ordinary little restaurant, surprisingly good taste)
Xinlong Hot Pot (certified by old Jinan people, it's really delicious!)
Bamboo Tube Tea (looks good in photos, tastes average)
tips:
1, Be sure to make an appointment online in advance for Baotu Spring, museums, art galleries and other attractions. (Note! Museums and art galleries are closed on Mondays)
2, You can go to Shandong Art Museum by the way, it is located on the same street as Shandong Museum, and Wanda Plaza is just across the street, it is very suitable to play in one day.
3, Bring your own water container to Baotu Spring.
ASPEN NORRIS
Exploring Jinan through Lao She's Pen: A trip to Baotu Spring, Daming Lake and Shandong Cuisine
Jinan's winter, as depicted by Lao She, is so enchanting that one can't help but want to experience it firsthand🎉. Although this trip was tight, I still managed to visit Baotu Spring and Daming Lake, which are truly the epitome of Jinan.
Baotu Spring is a must-visit place. It's quiet during the weekdays, and the moment the spring water gushes out, it's simply breathtaking. There are also cultural and creative shops nearby, with seals, fridge magnets and badges in all shapes and sizes, each one super attractive. The popsicles at Baotu Spring, especially the bamboo-flavored ones, are unique🎋.
Daming Lake is a vast lake park, which must be even more beautiful when the lotus flowers bloom in summer. Be sure to check in at Chaoran Tower at night, the dazzling lights make one feel as if they are in a fairyland. There are many photographers in front of Chaoran Tower, although their skills are not commendable, the results are surprisingly good, remember to bargain📷.
Shandong's Lu cuisine is extremely delicious, I went to the friend-recommended Kui Sheng Ju, the taste is excellent. Even at noon on weekdays, you have to queue up, so it's recommended to go early. The sweet and not greasy Nine-Turned Large Intestines seem to suit the taste of people from Jiangsu and Zhejiang.
However, Furong Street was a bit disappointing, it feels no different from commercial streets all over the country, and the food is not outstanding. Although I didn't catch the lanterns at Qu Shui Ting Street in the evening, the daytime hutong atmosphere is full of interest.
Nathan Turner
Stay in the Treasure Hotel in Daming Lake during a trip to Jinan
What is it like to stay in Daming Lake?
The environment is very quiet, the lake view of Daming Lake and the hotel are integrated. It is recommended to have a lake view room with a bay window, and the lake view is outside the window.
The bedding is very comfortable, and you can quickly enter deep sleep mode when lying on the bed.
Transportation
The surrounding area is a scenic area, and the transportation is very convenient when you go out. There are separate parking spaces, and the hotel is equipped with a shuttle bus, which will pick up and drop off. Breakfast time is before 10 o'clock.
Location: No. 19 Daming Lake Road
Hotel name: Shangquan Lishi Wenhua Hotel
The hotel comes with tea and spring water, both of which are free.
The hotel staff are very polite and patient. It's very comfortable to stay. This is the second time to come to Jinan. The teachers are very enthusiastic
GEORGE THOMPSON
Jinan | Do you still remember the summer lotus on the shore of Daming Lake?
I've passed by Jinan several times without stopping. This time I took a brief tour. The zoo and Daming Lake were quite a surprise.
💰Ticket price: Free
📌Small Tips: Parking spaces are limited, it is not recommended to drive here on holidays
🌟Highlights: As expected of the hometown of Confucius and Mencius, there are several famous people's former residences in the park. The pavilions, towers, bridges and flowing water are very gentle like the water towns in the south of the Yangtze River. The lights should look better at night, I must come at night next time
Enter from the gate of Chaoran Tower, first visit Chaoran Tower, then stroll around the lake. Daming Lake is much larger than I imagined, larger than Beihai. Take your time and stroll around for more than three hours, then have a nice meal of Lu cuisine or hot pot, it's so comfortable.
CAMDEN CARLSON
Daming Lake Park
The park is free to enter, but some attractions inside charge fees.
It's big, really big, it takes about an hour to walk around the lake, the scenery is very good, there is a lot of greenery, it feels quite suitable for jogging and walking.
There should be lotus leaves and lotus flowers on the lake in summer, in winter you can only see withered lotus, but the lake and mountain scenery is still very good, the sunset is also beautiful.
acidic.brianna
Touring Jinan
Jinan, also known as 'Spring City', is the capital of Shandong. After leaving Taian, we took the high-speed train to Jinan. During our three days in Jinan, we mainly visited the famous Baotu Spring, Daming Lake, and Thousand Buddha Mountain.
Baotu Spring, known as the best spring in the world, is very spectacular with its gushing spring water. The couplet in the Guanlan Pavilion, 'Three feet do not melt the snow on the ground, four times often roar half the sky', is the most vivid description. Although the entire scenic area is not very large, there are many historical sites such as the Guanlan Pavilion, Guanghui Bridge, and Bai Tang Bridge. In addition to Baotu Spring, we also visited nearby Black Tiger Spring and Five Dragon Pool.
Daming Lake, when people come to Jinan, the most impressive poem is 'Four sides of lotus, three sides of willow, a city of mountain color, half a city of lake', this half city lake refers to Daming Lake. Daming Lake is a natural lake formed by more than 20 springs. We walked around the lake and saw the water surface like a mirror, green trees, lake and mountain scenery, which is very beautiful. After visiting Daming Lake, we also went to the nearby Kuanhouli. Leaving Kuanhouli, we came to Qu Shui Ting Street, where every household has spring water and willows.
Thousand Buddha Mountain, formerly known as Li Mountain, it is said that Emperor Shun ploughed for the people under Li Mountain. During the Kaihuang period of the Sui Dynasty, Buddhism was prevalent, and thousands of Buddha statues were carved on the mountain, hence the name Thousand Buddha Mountain. Thousand Buddha Mountain is a tourist attraction integrating mountains, forests, and ancient sites. There are attractions such as Xingguo Temple and Wanfo Cave on the mountain. When we climbed to the top of the mountain, the beautiful scenery of Jinan city was in sight. No wonder the locals say 'You can come to Jinan without seeing the scenery, but you can't not go to Thousand Buddha Mountain', this is true!