What kind of city is Jining, Shandong?

Jining, located in the middle of Shandong Province, is a famous cultural city with a long history and is known as the "tourist capital". The unique geographical location, rich historical and cultural heritage and scenic spots make Jining a tourist attraction favored by tourists.

The world-famous Confucius Forest, located in the center of Jining, is the former residence and cemetery of Confucius, an ancient sage in China. Covering an area of 700,000 square meters, Confucius House is the largest existing Confucius House in China and a national AAAA tourist attraction. There are many buildings in Confucius House, including nearly 100 courtyards and thousands of houses. It is one of the largest family buildings in ancient China. Kong Lin is one of the largest cemeteries in ancient China, the mausoleum of Confucius and his descendants, and one of the early cradles of Buddhism in China.

30 kilometers southeast of Jining, there is Qufu, one of the four ancient capitals in China. This is the hometown of Confucius and one of the cradles of China traditional culture. Qufu culture with Confucius as the core has always been an important part of China culture. Qufu University, located in Qufu City, is a famous institution of higher learning with a long history.

In addition, Jining has amazing natural landscapes. Xinglong Mountain Scenic Area is a mysterious natural place, among which Pearl Spring, Lover Valley, Fairy Cave and other scenic spots are full of myths and legends and natural beauty. The unique natural landscape of Xuyi Lake, such as water lobster and mangroves, has attracted the attention of countless tourists.

Of course, Jining is also rich in tourism resources and folk culture, allowing you to experience different regional customs. Jining has a long history of tulou residential groups, as well as simple rural scenery and delicious local snacks. Here, you can relax and feel a strong humanistic atmosphere.

In a word, Jining is a tourist attraction full of historical culture and natural beauty.