Ningjin County, Dezhou, Shandong — the Hometown of Chinese Acrobatics and the Hometown of Chinese Crickets, integrating the Acrobatic Art Museum, Debai Acrobatic Cricket Valley, Zhangguan Mosque and other cultural and historical attractions, along with intangible heritage foods like Baodian donkey meat and Daliu noodles. A 2-day 1-night in-depth tour decodes acrobatic art and folk culture, experiencing the unique charm of the Northern Lu land.
Watch incredible acrobatic skills to marvel at craftsmanship, taste delicious donkey meat to find the source of flavor, play at Cricket Valley to enjoy folk customs, and unlock the unique charm of 'dual mastery of art and food' in Northern Lu.
Explore the Acrobatic Art Museum in the morning to trace thousand-year acrobatic history. Enjoy Cricket Valley in the afternoon for folk customs and acrobatic performances. Stroll the food street in the evening to taste Baodian donkey meat and other specialties. Watch a live acrobatic show at night.
Visit Baodian Donkey Meat Cultural Park in the morning to learn about intangible heritage techniques. Tour Zhangguan Mosque in the afternoon to experience folk fusion. Stroll along Kangning Lake for ecological scenery. Pay respects at the Revolutionary Martyrs Cemetery. Purchase specialties before returning.
Specialty of Baodian Town, Ningjin, national intangible cultural heritage, originating in the Qing dynasty. Made from black donkey lean meat, marinated with 18 spices. Tender meat, lean but not dry, with the reputation of "Heavenly dragon meat, earthly donkey meat." Can be eaten hot or cold.
Specialty pasta from Daliu Town, Ningjin, provincial intangible heritage. Hand-pulled noodles are as thin as silk and as resilient as tendons, served with over 10 types of gravy (pork, egg, shrimp, etc.). Cooked fresh upon order, smooth and delicious, known as "A Unique Wonder Among Noodles."
Traditional Ningjin dessert made from hawthorn berries coated in cane syrup, boiled and cooled. Moderately sweet and sour, soft and chewy texture, commonly seen on winter streets. A festive snack and appetizer.
Ethnic Hui specialty from Zhangguan Town, Ningjin. Filled with beef or lamb, seasoned with onion and ginger. Thin wrapper, generous filling, evenly pleated, steamed to perfection. Juicy and delicious, a popular choice at local morning markets.