[2024 Ningyang Attraction] Travel Guide for Mingshi Bridge, Dawen River (Updated Oct)
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Address:
Tai'an City, Shandong Province
Recommended sightseeing time:
0.5-1 hour
My hometown is Ningyang County
I would like to introduce my hometown. Ningyang County is a small county town located near the foot of Mount Tai, classified as a poverty-stricken county, but there are many fun and beautiful things to see here.
There are ancient towns, the Ming Stone Bridge over the Dawen River, and walls full of blooming flowers
The ancient town is a place with very beautiful scenery, where most people choose to take wedding photos because it's very photogenic.
Location: Wumenkou Ancient Town, Daiyue District, Tai'an City, Shandong Province
Travel Tips: The architectural complex in Shanxi Street Village of Dawenkou Town was built during the Ming and Qing dynasties, surrounded by town walls. Along the town's alleys, Panjia Alley, Shanxi Street, there are many unknown corners, surprises waiting for you!
The ancient town has beautiful scenery and a beautiful environment with local villagers' living habits, suitable for taking photos. It's very suitable for girls who love to take pictures. You probably won't be able to leave in an hour or two. Also, remember to wear long sleeves and spray insect repellent to prevent mosquito bites.
Shanxi Guild Hall: During the Ming and Qing dynasties, Shanxi merchants were spread all over the country, and Dawenkou Town was also a commercial hub. At that time, a Shanxi merchant took a fancy to this place and set up the Shanxi Guild Hall to entertain Shanxi people who came here. It served as an office to entertain Shanxi visitors, exchange silver notes, or hold gatherings for fellow townsmen, greatly facilitating Shanxi merchants. The 'Shanxi Guild Hall' got its name for this reason. It was built in the 24th year of the Qianlong reign of the Qing dynasty, expanded on the basis of the Guandi Temple, and is now a provincial-level cultural protection unit.
Ming Stone Bridge: Right next to the Shanxi Guild Hall, it's recommended to visit both places. The Ming Stone Bridge, also known as the 'Shuanglong Ancient Stone Bridge,' has been repaired many times and is the largest existing ancient stone bridge in the Tai'an area. It is also the only bridge that has been well preserved and can still be used normally. To its north is the Southwest Gate, and to its south is the Chaping Village. Passing the Southwest Gate is the Shanxi Guild Hall, and my friend lives near Chaping Village, who might be able to help you~ It is also a national-level protected site. The water there is very rapid, and it is strictly forbidden to enter the river privately. If you see others entering privately, you should also stop them in time.
I'll tell you a secret, the grasslands here are very suitable for camping. You can invite your buddies, family, and friends to come over together. The night view at night is really beautiful
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Taian Suburban Tour - Dawenkou Ancient Town, half poetic, half worldly
If you can't travel far, you can plan a suburban tour‼️
Here is the ancient town🛖
There is the Ming Stone Bridge🌁
And the flowers blooming on the wall
The ancient town is very photogenic, many people come here to take wedding photos.
📍Location: Dawenkou Ancient Town, Daiyue District, Taian City, Shandong Province (There are many attractions nearby, you can also search for Shanxi Guild Hall)
👏Travel guide:
1️⃣Dawenkou Ancient Town: The architectural group of Shanxi Street Village in Dawenkou Town preserves precious historical and cultural relics such as the town wall built in the early Ming Dynasty, the river-side hutongs, Panjia Hutong, Shanxi Street, and Taiping Street ancient roads.
The ancient town is very comfortable, there are various corners suitable for taking pictures, and there is also the worldly atmosphere of villagers' life. Girls will love it, and they won't come out in an hour. Be sure to prevent mosquitoes, wear long clothes and trousers as much as possible, or spray enough floral water.
2️⃣Shanxi Guild Hall: During the Ming and Qing Dynasties, Jin merchants were all over the country, and Dawenkou Town was also a commercial town. The "Ancient Stone Bridge" was the throat of the Dawen River. The Shanxi people who were doing business saw this golden spot and set up an office here to entertain Shanxi guests, or exchange silver tickets, or gather with fellow villagers, which greatly facilitated Shanxi merchants. The "Shanxi Guild Hall" was named for this reason. The Shanxi Guild Hall was expanded on the basis of the Guandi Temple in the 24th year of Qianlong in the Qing Dynasty (1759), and is now a provincial cultural relics protection unit.
🪧Note: There are toilets inside!
3️⃣Ming Stone Bridge: The Ming Stone Bridge, also known as the "Double Dragon Ancient Stone Bridge", has been repaired many times in the past, and it is ancient and ancient. It is the largest existing ancient stone bridge in the Taishan area. It is the only ancient stone bridge on the Dawen River and is still well preserved and can be used normally. The stone bridge starts from the southwest gate in the north and goes to the Tea Shed Village in Ningyang County in the south. It is the only ancient stone bridge across the Dawen River built during the Longqing period of the Ming Dynasty (1567-1572). It is a national cultural relics protection unit.
The water is rushing, don't go down to the river to play, pay attention to safety‼️
4️⃣Dawenkou National Archaeological Site Park
🚘Transportation: It is best to drive by yourself, there is a place to park in the ancient town, which is convenient for travel.
You can take the 207 bus to Shanxi Street Station.
🍰Nearby food: I didn't dine nearby, so I can't recommend it. Be sure to determine the direction. Dawenkou Ancient Town is in Daiyue District. After crossing the stone bridge, it is Ningyang County.