Baotu Spring
First of Jinan's 72 famous springs, the core of the 'First Spring Under Heaven' scenic area, a national 5A-level attraction
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- 07:00-19:00 (night session runs later in peak season)
- Ticket
- CNY 40
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
First of Jinan's 72 famous springs, the core of the 'First Spring Under Heaven' scenic area, a national 5A-level attraction. Three jets gush forth together, the water surging like wheels; the Guanlan Pavilion and Laihe Bridge on the west side of the pool are the best viewing spots, with Luoyuan Hall and the Li Qingzhao Memorial Hall around the garden. The name 'Baotu' reportedly first appears in Zeng Gong's Song-dynasty 'Record of the Two Halls of Qizhou'; legend has it that Emperor Qianlong named it the First Spring Under Heaven after tasting its water on his southern tour. Lao She's celebrated essay 'Baotu Spring' made it even more famous, and in winter, mist steams over the snow-covered pools (warm spring water, cold air) — a remarkable sight.
Getting there: Bus, Baotu Spring East Gate stop
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More in Jinan
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- Kuanhouli
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