Zibo, Shandong — the ancient capital of the Qi state, a famous ceramic city, boasting a "Zi-flavored" barbecue culture and profound historical heritage, a tourist destination integrating Qi culture, Strange Tales culture, ceramic art and specialty cuisine.
Political, economic and cultural center of Zibo, modern urban landscape area
Birthplace of Strange Tales culture, mountain and water eco-tourism area
Hometown of Chinese ceramics and colored glaze, mountain leisure resort area
Ancient capital of the Qi state, core area of Qi culture
Ming-Qing commercial ancient town, folk culture experience area
Jiangbei water town, eco-agriculture tourism area
Yellow River scenery tourism area, hot spring resort destination
Central Shandong ecological highland, karst cave cluster tourism area
Explore the ancient charm of Qi capital, taste the wonder of Strange Tales, appreciate ceramic art, savor Zibo barbecue, experiencing the collision of millennia-old culture and vibrant daily life
In the morning, stroll through Zhoucun Ancient Commercial City to experience Ming-Qing commercial prosperity. In the afternoon, visit the Sesame Cake Museum to learn about intangible cultural heritage. In the evening, head to Zibo Barbecue City to experience the signature barbecue feast.
In the morning, visit the ruins of the ancient Qi capital to trace the origins of Qi culture. In the afternoon, tour Pu Songling's former residence to experience the fantasy world of Strange Tales. In the evening, return to the city for specialty dining.
In the morning, visit Boshan Ceramic & Glass Art Center to appreciate fine ceramic artworks. In the afternoon, explore the geological wonders of Kaiyuan Karst Cave. In the evening, visit China Ceramic Museum to conclude the journey.
Zibo specialty cuisine, featuring the unique "soul three-piece set" of small pancakes, scallions and dipping sauce. Tender meat, distinctive eating method, a food icon that has become famous nationwide in recent years, embodying Zibo's vibrant atmosphere.
Originating in the Han dynasty and flourishing in the Ming and Qing, thin as paper, apricot yellow in color, crispy and delicious, moderately salty and sweet. A national intangible cultural heritage and Zibo's traditional famous snack.
Boshan traditional famous dish, layering cabbage, lotus root, meat, fish and other ingredients in a pot, adding seasonings and slow-cooking until crispy. Rich flavor, nutritious, a must-have dish for Zibo locals during the New Year.
Boshan classic dish, cutting tofu into cubes, hollowing out the middle to stuff with filling, pan-frying until golden, then topping with sauce. Crispy outside, tender inside, delicious taste, known as "Number One Tofu Dish of Shandong."
Specialty of Huantai County's Mata Lake. Duck egg yolks are orange-red, oily and glossy, with a sandy and tender texture, rich in nutrition. Named for the yolk pulling threads like golden silk, a featured agricultural product of Zibo.