My Spending Habits Collapsed After Three Days in Mingshui Ancient City

**Dreamy Jiangnan: The Water Town Charm of the North** Rather than the water towns of Jiangnan in Suzhou and Hangzhou, I'd like to recommend Mingshui Ancient City, hidden in the north. This is the northern people's own dreamy Jiangnan, reminiscent of Li Qingzhao's poems, a secret realm combining the everyday with poetic dreams. **Introduction to Mingshui Ancient City** Located in Zhangqiu District, Jinan City, Shandong Province, Mingshui Ancient City attracts tourists from all directions with its unique charm. The architectural style here is full of Jiangnan's blue bricks and tiles, small bridges and flowing water, and crystal-clear spring water can be seen everywhere. Every time night falls, the streets and alleys are filled with the atmosphere of everyday life, which is shocking. **Recommended Itinerary** Day 1: Start from the Visitor Center in the west gate, first visit Changhong Bridge, and then feel the Jiangnan atmosphere along Mingshui Street. Then you can visit Menghongsheng Cloth Workshop and Mengjia Courtyard to appreciate the characteristics of blue printed cloth. In addition, the Fox Fairy Garden Party is an activity worth participating in. Put on Hanfu and immerse yourself in the unique charm of the garden party. Finally, leave a souvenir at the Ancient City Street Shugu Great Song Post Office, and then taste the delicacies around the Lotus Banquet. Day 2: In the morning, you can visit the Early Wine Market and taste local breakfast specialties such as Tianmo (a savory porridge), Clay Oven Rolls, and Spring Water Lamb Soup. Afterwards, you can experience the rocking boat and shuttle through the waterways of the ancient city to feel the charm of the water town. Don't miss Longquan Temple and Baimai Spring. This is an ancient temple with a thousand years of history, and Baimai Spring is more spectacular than Baotu Spring. In addition, the beautiful scenery around Moquan and Longquan Temple is also worth a visit. **Transportation and Accommodation Suggestions** Mingshui Ancient City is located in Zhangqiu District. Tourists can choose to get off at Zhangqiu Station. For accommodation, Shuangquan Hotel is a good choice. It provides sightseeing vehicles, luggage consignment services, and exclusive viewing locations for the spring show in the evening. **Attraction Highlights** * Longquan Temple: An ancient temple with a thousand years of history, where the famous Baimai Spring is located. * Rocking Boat: Shuttle through the waterways of the ancient city and feel the charm of the water town. * Mengjia Courtyard and the Former Residence of Li Qingzhao: There are many springs in the courtyard, and the water-covered steps are a must-see attraction. * Mingshui Street: A street along the river with a strong atmosphere of everyday life and many special snacks. * Spring Show: The light show and drone show in the evening combine classical and modern elements, which is dazzling. Mingshui Ancient City is a tourist destination that combines natural scenery, cultural landscape and local characteristics. Whether you want to appreciate the beautiful scenery, experience the culture or taste the food, this place can meet your needs. Come to this secret water town in the north and find your dreamy Jiangnan!