Muping District, Yantai, Shandong — blessed with 'mountain, sea, island, spring, river' five scenic resources. The place where Qin Shi Huang once raised horses during his eastern tour, core area of Kunyu Mountain National Nature Reserve, integrating island charm, mountain wilderness, and hot spring wellness. Unlock the ecological and cultural code of 'Yantai's Backyard Garden' in 3 days and 2 nights.
Visit Yangma Island to see azure sea and golden sand, climb Kunyu Mountain to seek Taoist traces, soak in Longquan Hot Springs for wellness, taste freshly caught seafood for fisherman's flavor, unlocking Muping's quadruple ecological charm of 'mountain, sea, island, spring'
In the morning, circle Yangma Island to explore the 'one island, three beaches' wonder, visit the Qin Shi Huang horse-raising site. In the afternoon, experience marine ranch cage-pulling and fishing. In the evening, watch the sunset at the cross-sea bridge, and enjoy a freshly caught seafood feast at night.
In the morning, climb Kunyu Mountain to experience the 'natural oxygen bar', visit Yanxia Cave Taoist relics. In the afternoon, tour Yang Zirong Memorial Hall to honor the hero. In the evening, trace thousands of years of history at Muping Museum.
In the morning, soak in Longquan Hot Springs to relieve fatigue and enjoy wellness, experience specialty hot spring programs. In the afternoon, stroll Qinshuihe Park to enjoy urban ecological scenery. In the evening, shop at the specialty market for dried seafood and hot spring derivatives, returning home relaxed.
Muping traditional famous dish, named after Muping's ancient name 'Ninghai Prefecture'. Made with rice, pig brain, eggs, dried shrimp and other ingredients, boiled and thickened to a smooth texture, rich in nutrition. Reputed to have been a favorite breakfast for local officials during the Ming-Qing dynasties.
Muping geographical indication product. The waters around Yangma Island are clear, yielding scallops with tender, firm flesh. Can be steamed, garlic-grilled, or served as sashimi. The island's 'Scallop Banquet' includes scallop columns, scallop buttons, scallop sauce and other preparations, a must-try seafood.
Muping fisherman's specialty dish. Fresh Spanish mackerel is minced into paste, seasoned with onion, ginger and starch, formed into balls and boiled or deep-fried. Chewy texture, full of umami flavor. Often served with corn cakes, reflecting the 'land of fish and rice' character of Jiaodong.
Muping traditional pastry made from flour, sesame, scallion oil and other ingredients, charcoal-grilled. Available in sweet and savory varieties, crispy outside and soft inside. Can be eaten plain or stuffed with meat and vegetables, a staple travel food for locals.