Embracing a history spanning more than 4,600 years, Jinan is now the political, military, economic and cultural center of eastern Shandong Province.

With over 100 springs, the city is known as China's "City of Springs." Among them, Baotu Spring is the most famous one. Fed by underground water through three outlets, the water that jets from the spring is said to reach as high as 26.49 meters (86.9 feet).

Along with the Baotu Spring, the city also features other must-see attractions, including mountains, waterfalls, lakes and rivers. Now let China.org.cn introduce to you Jinan's top 10 places to visit！

   Zhujiayu Village (朱家裕)

 

Zhujiayu Village [Photo by Lin Liyao/China.org.cn]

Located in Zhangqiu City, southeast of Jinan, Zhujiayu Village is known as the "No.1 Village in Shandong Province." First built at the beginning of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), the village was originally called Chengjiaoyu and then changed its name as its residents were all surnamed Zhu. 600 years onwards, the place still preserves over 200 ancient buildings, 20 stone bridges, various ancestral halls and temples. In 2005, Zhujiayu was named one of the most famous "Historical and Cultural Villages" across the country.