Not in Jiangnan but in Jinan! This hidden ancient town is breathtakingly beautiful

A northern Jiangnan gem! MingShui Ancient Town is absolutely stunning!! 😍 A divine spot worth visiting repeatedly, even more than Daming Lake!! 🚄 Travel Notes: Started the morning at Daming Lake to visit Xia Yuhe's iconic spot (📍Address: 271 Daming Lake Road, Lixia District, Jinan) Then took a high-speed train straight away~ Jinan East Station ➡️ Zhangqiu Station in just 0.5h A 10-minute taxi ride from the station brings you to the ancient town! Was completely shocked upon arrival 😱 During National Day holiday, it was completely empty! No! Crowds! Thought it might be a disappointment... But once inside, I literally screamed: Absolutely gorgeous‼️ ✨ This place fulfilled all my fantasies of a Jiangnan water town: ✅ Bridges every few steps and streams everywhere ✅ Song Dynasty-style ancient architecture with amazing vibes ✅ 67 natural springs bubbling up ✅ Summer lotus flowers in full bloom Even my friend who just returned from Suzhou said: This is basically the Zhouzhuang of the north!! Combining Jiangnan's elegance With Shandong's majestic charm So beautiful it leaves you speechless 😭 📸 Photography Tips: Must!! Wear Hanfu or a cheongsam!! (📍 Rental shops available inside the ancient town) Don't miss these perfect photo spots: ❶ West Wharf Stone Bridge ❷ Pavilion and waterside reflection area ❸ Ancient stage with red lantern walls Every shot is a masterpiece of ancient aesthetics🏮 💯 Travel Guide: 🕒 Opening Hours: 9:00-21:00 🎫 Ticket: 60 RMB (discounts available when booked in advance on Ctrip) ⏳ Recommended Visit Duration: 4-6 hours 🌟 Must-Try Experiences: ✔️ Tea tasting at a spring water teahouse (using real spring water!) ✔️ Watch intangible cultural heritage shadow puppetry (3 shows daily) ✔️ Take a wupeng boat ride (30 RMB/person) ✔️ Nighttime light show (starts at 19:30) ⚠️ Important Notes: Jinan summers are scorching hot🔥 Essentials to bring: ☑️ Sunscreen + sun umbrella ☑️ Portable fan ☑️ Hydrating facial spray ☑️ Mosquito repellent 🏨 Accommodation Recommendation: The Atour Hotel within 2km of the ancient town is super convenient (📍Address: Tangwangshan Road, Shuangshan Street, Zhangqiu District) Seriously recommending this magical place!! Few crowds, stunning scenery, and affordable prices🥹 Visit before it gets popular!! Trust me, sisters, you won't regret it💨 Holy Land