Qufu San Kong Scenic Area: Located at No. 18, Gulou Street, Qufu City, Jining City, it is a sacred place for commemorating Confucius and a symbol of Confucian culture throughout Chinese history. It has been inscribed on the World Heritage List. Here, there are the solemn and sacred Confucius Temple, the simple and elegant Confucius Mansion, and the quiet and solemn Confucius Forest. The ancient temples and solemn stone carvings enable people to experience the profoundness of Confucian culture across thousands of years.
Nishan Sacred Land Scenic Area: Situated at No. 9, Shengxiang Road, Nishan Town, Qufu City, it is the birthplace of Confucius and a pilgrimage site for Confucian scholars throughout history. The scenic area is surrounded by mountains and water, boasting beautiful scenery. There is a 72 - meter - high statue of Confucius. Standing beneath the statue, people can't help but feel a sense of solemn respect. One can explore the hometown of the sage here and experience the charm of traditional Chinese culture.
Shuihu Liangshan: Located in the southeast corner of Liangshan County, Jining City, it is the setting of the story in the Chinese classic "Water Margin". It has preserved historical relics such as the wall of Song Jiang's stockade, the General - appointing Platform, and the Training Ground. Here, while climbing the mountain, people can recall the stories in "Water Margin" and feel the charm of the heroes on Liangshan and the magnificent scenery of Shuihu Liangshan.
Weishan Lake Tourist Area: Located in Weishan County, Jining City, it is the largest freshwater lake in northern China, enjoying the reputation of "Pearl of Southern Shandong" and "Spirit of Qilu". It includes scenic spots such as Weishan Island and Weishan Lake National Wetland Park. People can enjoy the beautiful lake and mountain scenery here and experience the vitality of the ecological wetland.
Taibai Tower: Located 100 meters southeast of the intersection of Nanchao and Beichao Streets and Taibailou Middle Road, Guhuai Sub - district, Rencheng District, Jining City, it got its name because Li Bai often visited here. It is built on a city wall three zhang and eight chi high, facing south. It has ten rooms on two floors, with brackets and upturned eaves, looking magnificent. It is an ancient pavilion - style building and is now a key cultural relic under provincial protection in Shandong Province.