Ju County, Rizhao, Shandong — a millennium-old county, birthplace of Ju culture, integrating Fulai Mountain, Ju Kingdom Ancient City, and Dinglin Temple, blending historical depth with mountain and water scenery. A 3-day in-depth tour decodes the essence of Ju culture, experiencing the unique charm of ancient charm and nature intertwined.
Admire the millennium ginkgo wonder, explore Ju Kingdom Ancient City, trace origins at the museum, taste specialty mutton soup, unlock the beauty of Ju County's humanity and nature
In the morning, explore Fulai Mountain to marvel at the 4000-year-old ginkgo tree wonder, stroll Dinglin Temple to feel the zen of an ancient temple. In the afternoon, visit Liu Xie's Jiaojing Building, climb Fushou Pavilion for a panoramic view. In the evening, taste authentic Ju County mutton soup.
In the morning, explore Ju Kingdom Ancient City to experience the Spring and Autumn Ju kingdom style, visit intangible cultural heritage workshops. In the afternoon, stroll Shuhe Park to enjoy ecological beauty. In the evening, visit Wenxin Square and taste night market specialty snacks.
In the morning, visit Ju County Museum to understand the development of Ju culture. In the afternoon, climb Wulougu Mountain to overlook the Ju region, explore the Lingyanghe Site to experience prehistoric civilization. In the evening, purchase local specialties before departure.
Ju County traditional famous food, made from local goats slowly simmered in aged broth for hours. Milky white soup, tender meat, served with scallions, cilantro and baked cake, known as the "Number One Soup of Qilu", with a hundred-year history.
Ju County specialty feast, using different parts of lamb cooked by various methods including stewing, boiling, roasting, and frying. A single feast can feature over ten dishes such as lamb soup, braised lamb trotters, and grilled lamb skewers, each with distinct flavors.
Ju County traditional soup, made mainly from cuttlefish roe, paired with coriander, vinegar and other seasonings. Clear soup, delicious and sour-spicy flavor, a prized dish for entertaining guests, reputed as the "Crown of Lu Cuisine Soups".
Ju County specialty breakfast, wrapped with chive and egg or meat filling in flour dough, pan-fried until golden. Crispy crust, savory filling, often enjoyed with millet porridge, a beloved local home-style meal.