Dongping County, Tai'an, Shandong — the birthplace of Water Margin culture, integrating the "three cores" of Dongping Lake, Water Margin Film City, and Baifo Mountain, blending lake and mountain scenery with historical culture. A 3-day in-depth tour decodes the essence of Water Margin culture, experiencing the unique charm of marsh scenery intertwined with humanity.
Tour Dongping Lake for marsh scenery, visit Water Margin City to experience Song Dynasty streets, climb Baifo Mountain for Buddha worship and views, seek Water Margin relics and taste specialty foods, unlocking the beauty of Dongping Water Margin culture
In the morning, take a boat tour of Dongping Lake to experience the lingering charm of the "Eight Hundred Li Marsh", visit the Daicun Dam water conservancy project. In the afternoon, land on Lake Heart Island to enjoy wetland landscapes. In the evening, admire the sunset over the lake.
In the morning, visit Water Margin Film City to experience Song Dynasty market life and watch Water Margin live shows. In the afternoon, tour Luo Guanzhong Memorial Hall to learn about the background of Water Margin. In the evening, climb Liugong Mountain for a panoramic view of Dongping Lake.
In the morning, climb Baifo Mountain to visit cave grotto statues and experience Buddhist culture. In the afternoon, tour Dongping Museum to learn about local history, purchase Dongping specialties, and conclude the pleasant journey.
Dongping traditional famous food, made with fresh Dongping Lake fish, fermented with distiller's grains and secret spices through multiple processes. Bones are crisp, meat is tender, with rich fermented aroma, a must-have dish for local banquets.
A specialty feast featuring Dongping Lake aquatic products, including steamed mandarin fish, braised carp, oil-fried shrimp and other dishes. Delicious taste, fully showcasing the authentic flavor of lake ingredients.
A specialty dish derived from Water Margin culture. Pork is cut into large chunks and braised with special seasonings until tender. Fatty but not greasy, lean but not dry, embodying the heroic spirit of Water Margin heroes.
Dongping traditional breakfast, made from millet, beans and other grains, paired with specially prepared pickled vegetables. Cooked to a thick consistency with a unique flavor, a beloved daily food for locals.