[2025 Dezhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Changhe Park (Updated May)

🌿[Before You Go] ✔️Transportation: 2-hour high-speed train to Jinan/Beijing, taxi starting price CNY 6 in downtown ✔️Best time to visit: March–May (Peach Blossom Festival)/September–November (ginkgo forest) ✔️Must-have apps: Dezhou Cultural Tourism Cloud (book tickets) + bus card (get an e-card on Alipay) 🌟[Top 5 Must-sees] [Tomb of King Sulu] - The only tomb of a foreign king in China - A mix of Islamic architecture + Ming Dynasty stone carvings - Free entry before 7am for stunning photos [Dongzi Cultural Park] - Confucian culture-themed garden - Rent Hanfu costumes at the ancient water stage - Take amazing photos of the Confucius statue reflection in the evening! 🍗[Dezhou Delicacies] 🔥Must-try list: Xiangsheng Braised Chicken (tip: look for the "Intangible Cultural Heritage" logo on vacuum-packed ones) Lamb Intestine Soup (Wang Ji in Laojin Street, pair it with flaky sesame biscuits) Leling Golden Thread Dates (buy freshly picked ones! Sweet and crispy) 💡Hidden gem: Braised chicken + Dezhou beer🍻 🏨[Amazing Accommodation] Canal-side homestay: Wake up to the view of the ancient canal Hilton Hotel: With a 3,000 sq m children's play area Lingcheng traditional heated-brick bed: Experience the local culture 🚶[Instagrammable Spots] Yellow River Old Course glass walkway (wear a light-colored dress) Jian River Wetland Park pink muhly grass (October only) Dezhou Railway Station old clock tower (retro Hong Kong style filter) ⚠️[Things to Avoid] Don't buy braised chicken in tourist areas! Local supermarkets are cheaper Tomb of King Sulu is closed on Mondays Wear a headscarf when visiting mosques (rentals available at the entrance) 💌[Bonus Tips from a Local] - Watch the musical fountain show at Changhe Park on Friday evenings - Visit the weekend market for handmade tiger-head shoes - Try the creative ice cream at the Dezhou Museum (B1 floor)

Dezhou, a city known as the "Gateway to the Capital," is not only famous for its Dezhou Braised Chicken, but also has many niche and exciting tourist attractions and delicacies waiting for you to explore. Dongzi Garden: No ticket is required. It is the first choice for lovers of Confucian culture and ancient architecture. Please pay attention to the opening hours to avoid missing the opportunity to visit. The Dongzi Reading Platform and other attractions in the garden will give you an in-depth understanding of Dong Zhongshu and Confucian culture. The stone bridge, ancient buildings, and green willows and water outside the garden are especially beautiful in good weather. Dezhou Museum: You can enter the museum by making a reservation and scanning your ID card. This is the best place to learn about the history and culture of Dezhou. We especially recommend visiting the Civilization Relics Exhibition Hall, where the black pottery and porcelain kiln collections of Dezhou are breathtaking. Please note that the museum is closed on Mondays and is open from 9:00 to 17:00. Changhe Park: Located near the museum, it is about a ten-minute walk away. The park is vast, with a lake and reed slope in the center, making it a great place for nature lovers. However, it takes some time to walk to the reed slope, so we recommend that visitors with plenty of time go there. Food recommendations: • Dezhou Braised Chicken: You can find braised chicken shops everywhere on the street. We recommend trying brands such as Xiangsheng Braised Chicken, Cuiji Braised Chicken, and Liji Braised Chicken. Golden Soup Braised Chicken is suitable as a gift, and other stores also provide vacuum express delivery services. • Yellow Soup Noodles: A specialty of Dezhou, the curry-flavored soup base is paired with chewy noodles for a unique flavor. We recommend Nie's Noodles, which is close to the train station and has an authentic taste. Business hours are from 6:00 to 10:00 in the morning and from 11:00 to 13:00 at noon. Please pay attention to the time to avoid missing it. Itinerary suggestions: Starting at 12:00 noon, you can first taste braised chicken at any braised chicken shop on the road, and then go to Nie's Noodles to enjoy yellow soup noodles. After that, you can visit Dongzi Garden, Dezhou Museum, and Changhe Park in turn. The whole itinerary is leisurely, and you can finish it around 5:00 pm. Luggage storage: There are many small shops and restaurants outside the train station that provide luggage storage services, which is convenient for your travel. Dezhou, a charming city, is waiting for you to discover more surprises!

Changhe Park, Located in Dezhou, Shandong Province Changhe Avenue, Decheng District. Its name originated from The name of Dezhou during the Sui and Tang Dynasties. The park covers an area of ​​1,800 acres. The water surface area is 600 acres. It is the first solar-powered lighting The main photovoltaic park. The park consists of: Mountain landscape area, natural ecological area, Bridge landscape area, modern leisure area It consists of four parts. Created: "Green mountains, beautiful waters, The scenery is green on the banks and beautiful on the ground. Strolling in the park, You can enjoy the beautiful scenery. And enjoy the rich Cultural activities and entertainment experiences. ----------------------- Travel Information: Opening hours: All day, all year round. Ticket information: Free. Traffic information: (for reference) Public Bus: City ride: You can reach the hotel by taking public buses No. 5 and No. 6. Self-driving: Navigation location: Changhe Park parking lot. Finally, I wish you a pleasant journey and good luck!