Zhaoyuan City, Yantai, Shandong — 'China's Gold Capital', with gold reserves and output ranking among the top nationwide. Featuring characteristic attractions such as the Gold Expo and Gold Panning Town, integrating gold culture, mountain ecology and folk customs. Unlock the legend of 'turning stone into gold' and the tranquility of 'mountains embracing water' in 3 days and 2 nights.
Explore the Gold Expo to learn the secret history of gold mining, spend a day as a 'gold prospector' at Gold Panning Town, climb Luoshan to enjoy a forest bath, taste Zhaoyuan steamed meatballs for folk flavor, unlocking Zhaoyuan's quadruple charm of 'Gold, Forest, Coast, Folk Custom'
In the morning, traverse thousands of years of gold history at the Gold Expo, descend into the mine to experience miners' life. In the afternoon, pan for gold with your own hands at Gold Panning Town. In the evening, browse the jewelry city for your favorite accessories, and enjoy the light show at Jindu Plaza at night.
In the morning, climb Luoshan National Forest Park to admire strange rocks and sea of clouds, embrace the natural oxygen bar. In the afternoon, head to Xinzhuang Coastal Tourism Area to tread waves and comb the beach. In the evening, take the kids to Jiaqishan Amusement Park, and taste a coastal fisherman's feast at night.
In the morning, visit Kuixing Park to experience scholarly blessing culture. In the afternoon, explore Zhaoyuan Museum to trace the Gold Capital's history. Browse Jin Street for folk handicrafts. In the evening, purchase gold derivatives and specialty foods before returning.
Zhaoyuan traditional famous dish, originating in the Qing dynasty. Made from pork, dried shrimp, wood ear mushroom and other ingredients, minced and rolled into balls then steamed. Tender and juicy, balanced meat and vegetable ratio. Since 'meatball' sounds like 'completion' in Chinese, it symbolizes 'perfection' and is a must-have dish for festivals.
Zhaoyuan specialty pastry, named for its gold bar shape. Made from flour, butter, and sesame, baked with multiple layers. Crispy crust, sweet filling, printed with auspicious patterns like 'May You Have Abundant Gold'. A souvenir that combines visual appeal and delicious taste.
Zhaoyuan home-style comfort dish, using local sweet potato vermicelli, stir-fried with eggs, chives, dried shrimp and more. The vermicelli is smooth and chewy with rich sauce flavor. Simple in appearance yet testing cooking skills, it's a versatile dish on Zhaoyuan tables, served as a staple or side dish.
Zhaoyuan coastal specialty dish. Fresh clams from Xinzhuang waters are quickly stir-fried with scallion, ginger and dried chili. The clam meat is tender, spicy with a hint of freshness, finished with coriander for aroma. A perfect appetizer to pair with beer, embodying fisherman's flavor.