Daming Lake（大明湖）

Daming Lake [nipic.com]

Located in the center of Jinan City, the capital of Shandong Province, Daming Lake is regarded as one of the must-see tourist spots in the city.

Covering an area of 46 hectares, the lake is fed by many artesian karst springs of the area and hence retains a constant water level through the entire year. The average depth of the lake is 2 meters and its deepest point is about 4 meters.

In summer time, lotuses bloom on the water, and half of the Daming Lake Park is filled with fragrant scent. Willows circle the lake on three sides and swing in the breeze. The lake is regarded as one of the city's main natural and cultural landmarks.

Admission: 30 yuan (US$4.72)/person