Linqu Tourism Guide

Linyi Travel Guide

Overview

Linyi County is located in central Shandong Province, and is the only county in China known as the “Hometown of Paper Cutting,” with the reputation of being the “Capital of Chinese Folk Paper Cutting Art.” It boasts abundant natural scenery, deep historical and cultural heritage, and strong folk customs.

Tourist Attractions

• Linyi Paper Cutting Art Gallery: Displays a large number of exquisite paper cutting works, and is an excellent place to learn about Chinese paper cutting art.
• Linyi Museum: Houses relics from various periods in Linyi County, including paper cuttings, ceramics, and stone carvings.
• Lushan Paper Cutting Cultural Park: A cultural park that integrates paper cutting creation, display, and experience.
• Shu泉沟 Scenic Area: Well-known for its beautiful山水风光 scenery and lush vegetation.
• Zaozhuang Cliffside Stone Carvings: One of the largest and most content-rich cliffside stone carving groups in China.
• Linyi National Forest Park: Features dense primeval forests, strange peaks and rocks, and clear lakes.
• Holy Water Pavilion: First built in the Ming Dynasty, it is a well-preserved ancient building, known as the “Shandong Imperial Palace.”
• Dashan Cliffside Stone Carvings: One of the oldest stone carving groups in Linyi County, with a history of over 1400 years.

Folk Activities

• Paper Cutting Festival: Held around the 15th day of the first lunar month each year, with activities such as paper cutting exhibitions and competitions.
• Folk Societal Fire: Every Spring Festival, Linyi County holds grand folk societal fire performances, which are lively and bustling.
• Shu泉沟 Dragon Boat Race: Held on Dragon Boat Festival in the Shu泉沟 Scenic Area, a spectacular event.

Transportation

• Railway: Linyi Railway Station has trains to cities such as Jinan, Qingdao, and Weifang.
• Road: Linyi County has expressways and national highways connecting it to surrounding cities.
• Bus: There are bus routes within Linyi County that reach major attractions and the city center.

Accommodation

• Linyi County has many hotels and guesthouses to choose from, ranging from budget to luxury.
• Recommended hotels: Linyi Hualun Hotel, Linyi Ding盛 Grand Hotel, Linyi Tianlun Holiday Hotel.

Cuisine

• Linyi cuisine is mainly Shandong cuisine, with local specialties including:

  • Braised Lion’s Head
  • Sweet and Sour Carp
  • Four Happiness Meatballs
  • Pulled Sweet Potatoes

• Recommended restaurants: Laozihao Restaurant, Ding盛 Grand Hotel Chinese Restaurant, Zhuangyuanfu Restaurant.

Shopping

• Linyi County has a paper cutting street where you can buy various exquisite paper cutting works.
• There are also other souvenir shops and supermarkets.

Travel Tips

• Best time to travel: Late spring and early summer or autumn when the weather is pleasant.
• Paper cutting is a Chinese intangible cultural heritage. When buying paper cutting works, pay attention to authenticity.
• The people of Linyi County are honest and kind, please respect local customs.
• Pay attention to safety and keep your personal belongings safe.