Guangrao County, Dongying, Shandong — the location of the ancient Lean state during the Spring and Autumn period, the hometown of Sun Tzu (Sun Wu). Integrating military culture, ancient architectural relics, and farming civilization, it blends historical depth with modern vitality. A 3-day in-depth tour decodes millennia of heritage and unlocks the unique charm of 'Hometown of Sun Tzu · Land of Lyu Opera'.
Experience military wisdom, visit thousand-year-old ancient buildings, explore prehistoric civilization, taste intangible cultural heritage delicacies, and unlock the historical context and cultural essence of Guangrao County.
Morning: Explore Sun Tzu Cultural Tourism Zone, visit the Palace of the Military Sage to appreciate the sacred classic of military strategy. Afternoon: Stroll around Sun Wu Lake to enjoy the lake and mountain scenery, decipher military wisdom at the Thirteen Chapters Theme Park. Evening: Watch the live performance 'Sun Tzu' (seasonal).
Morning: Visit Guangrao Guandi Temple Main Hall to appreciate Song Dynasty architecture, explore Dongying Municipal Museum to see treasured collections. Afternoon: Visit the Former Site of Liuji Branch of CPC to learn about red history. Evening: Stroll through Le'an Park for urban relaxation.
Morning: Visit Fujia Site to trace prehistoric civilization, tour Lyu Opera Museum to experience local opera charm. Afternoon: Participate in an intangible heritage workshop to make Le'an sesame cakes by hand. Evening: Shop at the specialty market before departure.
A national intangible cultural heritage of Guangrao County, originating in the Tongzhi era of the Qing Dynasty. Made from high-quality local donkey meat, processed through 16 steps and braised with over 30 spices. The meat is tender, reddish-brown in color, and rich in flavor, earning the reputation 'heavenly dragon meat, earthly donkey meat.'
A traditional flour-based food of Guangrao, named after the ancient Lean region. Made from flour, sesame seeds, and scallion oil, baked over charcoal fire. The crust is crispy, the inside soft and fluffy. Can be eaten plain or stuffed with braised donkey meat — a standard local breakfast item.
A modified version of traditional water-fried buns, filled with pork and chives. The dough goes through three steps: fry-steam-fry. The bottom is golden and crispy, the top white and fluffy, and the filling juicy and tender. Best eaten with vinegar to cut the grease — a common street delicacy in Guangrao.
A themed banquet centered on Sun Tzu culture, where each dish corresponds to a chapter of 'The Art of War,' such as 'Deceive the Heavens to Cross the Sea' (seafood platter) and 'Pull the Firewood from Under the Cauldron' (stew pot). Combining cultural connotation and delicious taste, it is ideal for entertaining guests.