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📍 Trip Highlights: Braised Chicken, Grand Canal City, Sulu King's Tomb, Hot Spring Therapy 💰 Budget: 1 Transportation: 800 RMB (High-speed Rail/Self-driving + Local Transportation) Accommodation: 1,000 RMB (Two Nights at a Hot Spring Hotel/Specialized B&B) Food: 700 RMB (Dezhou Braised Chicken Banquet + Canal Fish) Tickets: 600 RMB (Scenic Spot + Hot Springs) Shopping: 900 RMB 📅 Itinerary Day 1: Canal Memories & Culinary Exploration 🚄 Morning Arrival in Dezhou (High-speed Rail to Dezhou East Station, 1.5 hours from Beijing / 40 minutes from Jinan) Taxi to Dezhou Braised Chicken Food City (50 RMB per person) Must-Try: Hot Braised Chicken + Golden Silk Jujube Porridge 🏯 Afternoon 1:00 PM Canal Ancient Street (Free) Highlights: Kowloon Bay Park Old Pier Canal Cultural Exhibition Hall (NT$20) 4:00 PM: Tomb of King Sulu (Free, the only foreign king's tomb in China) 🌃 Evening 6:30 PM: Lao Dexiang Restaurant (NT$80 per person) Must-Order: Canal Four-Hole Carp + Wucheng Spinach 8:00 PM: Dongzi Cultural Street Night Tour (Free Light Show) 🏨 Accommodation Preferred: Sun Valley Micro-Pai International Hotel (NT$500/night, hot spring included) Day 2: Hot Spring Therapy & Ecological Tour ♨️ Morning 9:00 AM: Sun Valley Hot Springs (Free entry within the hotel) Recommended: Traditional Chinese Medicine Pool + Fish Spa Pool (NT$30 extra) 🌳 Afternoon 1:00 PM Yellow River Ancient Course Forest Park (Admission 40 RMB) Things to Do: Sophora japonica Cycling (Car Rental 30 RMB/hour) Mulberry Picking (Seasonal Activity) 4:00 PM Quancheng Ocean Polar World (Optional, Admission 160 RMB) 🍢 Evening 6:30 PM Black Horse BBQ City (60 RMB per person) Hidden Menu: Grilled Lamb Tail + Braised Chicken Rack Day 3: Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience & Return Shopping 🎭 Morning 9:00 AM Dezhou Black Pottery Workshop (Experience 50 RMB/person) Hand-Made "Raindrop Glaze" Pottery 11:00 AM Dezhou Museum (Free) Highlight: Han Dynasty Green-Glazed Pottery Tower 🛍️ Afternoon 1:00 PM Souvenir Shopping: Vacuum-Baked Chicken (35 RMB/piece, look for "Dezhou Brand") Baodian Donkey Meat (60 RMB/catties) 3:00 PM Return Trip 🍗 Food Hot and Cold Lists Must-Try Recommendations Tips for Avoiding Potholes ✅ Dezhou Brand Braised Chicken (freshly opened at the main restaurant for the best flavor) ❌ "Vacuum-Packed Braised Chicken" at the Train Station ✅ Lao Dexiang Canal Fish Banquet (live fish slaughtered fresh) ❌ "Nine-Turn Large Intestine" Scenic Area Group Meal ✅ Ningjin Daliao Noodles (featured on "A Bite of China") ❌ "All-Donkey Banquet" Recommended by the Tour Guide 💡 Advanced Options Secret Spot: Industrial-Style Photography at the Old Lock Ruins along the Canal Ancient Street Hidden Gem Experience: Night Tour of the Photovoltaic Pool at the Sun Valley Hotel Transportation Tips: Taxis are recommended between attractions (no more than 30 yuan per trip throughout the city) 💰 Actual Costs Couples: Approximately 3,800 yuan (including hot spring hotel) Solo Travelers: Approximately 3,200 yuan (budget accommodation) 🌉 Summary: From sizzling roast chicken to the 600-year-old tomb of King Sulu, this "City of Nine-Days" has more to offer than you might imagine! #DezhouTravel #DezhouFood #ShandongDezhouTravelGuide

A great, two-night, three-day itinerary for Dezhou, Shandong, including all-inclusive food, accommodation, transportation, and entertainment, all within a strict budget of 1,000 yuan. 📍 Half-life, half-history—Meeting Old Shandong at the "Nine-Day Crossroads" 1: First Impressions of Dezhou: Slow Life in the Ancient City, Amidst the Aroma of Braised Chicken 💰 Cost: Approximately 320 yuan 🚄 Morning: Arrive at Dezhou Station (or Dezhou East Station) - Urban Transportation: Buses cost 1 yuan per trip, shared bikes 3 yuan per trip, offering easy access to the old city. 🏯 Morning: Dezhou Ancient City Wall Ruins and the Grand Canal Cultural Corridor (free) Stroll along the ancient canal, admire the "Nine-Day Crossroads" archway, and listen to stories of canal transportation from the past. This area was a key port on the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, once the "throat of north-south traffic." 🍜 Lunch: "Lao Dezhou Home Cooking" on Xinhua Road Recommended: Half a red braised chicken (28 yuan), big pot pancake (8 yuan), tofu pudding (3 yuan), all for 35 yuan per person for a truly authentic experience! 🏛 Afternoon: Sulu King's Tomb Scenic Area (30 yuan admission) The world's only foreign imperial mausoleum is in China! The Ming Dynasty Philippine king was buried here. This unique blend of Islamic architecture and Chinese-style mausoleums exudes a sense of history! 🏨 Accommodation: Budget-friendly B&B/chain hotel in Decheng District We recommend Home Inn or Hanting Decheng. Double rooms are around 160 yuan per night, including breakfast. Conveniently located. 🌙 Evening: Dongfanghong Square Night Market Free! Experience the local atmosphere: - Lamb Intestine Soup (10 yuan) - Sugar-Crusted Steamed Buns (5 yuan) - Roasted Sweet Corn (6 yuan) Food and Drinks for 30 yuan per person! 🗓 2: Nature + Industry | The Secret of the Yellow River's Ancient Course and Black Pottery 💰 Cost: Approximately 310 RMB 🚌 Morning: Yellow River Ancient Course Forest Park (Admission: 25 RMB) Accessible by bus and minibus, visit the Hundred Miles of Sand Forest and the Ten Thousand Mu Orchard. Enjoy pear blossoms in spring and apple picking in autumn. The air is refreshing! 🍱 Lunch: Farmhouse Inn outside the scenic area Stir-fried Chicken (40 RMB per portion (for two), Diguo Sticky Pancakes (15 RMB), 25 RMB per person. 🏺 Afternoon: Dezhou Black Pottery Museum (Free) See Longshan for Chinese black pottery; the essence of Longshan is in Dezhou! Experience pottery throwing (optional 30 RMB experience) and take home a small piece of pottery, the weight of 4,000 years of civilization. 🚴‍♂️ Evening: Cycling in Changhe Park (free) Rent a shared bike and cycle around the lake, watching the sunset over the Changhe River. Check out the "Eye of Dezhou" Ferris wheel (exterior view free, ride is 50 yuan per round and can be skipped). 🍜 Dinner: University Road Snack Street Recommended: - Ban Mian 10 yuan - Mutton Shaobing 8 yuan - Iced Sour Plum Soup 5 yuan Cost: 30 yuan per person. 🗓 3: Faith and Homecoming: Millennia of Buddhist Sounds and the Destination of Taste 💰 Cost: Approximately 270 yuan ⛩ Morning: Xianren Lake Scenic Area + Fuyin Temple (20 yuan admission) Lakeside scenery and the scent of incense. Climb the tower for a panoramic view of Dezhou. Vegetarian temple meals are 10 yuan each, offering a taste of tranquility. 🛍 Lunch: Qianzhuang Market (Local Market) Souvenirs: Yucheng Zhoujia Braised Chicken (vacuum packed half, 35 yuan) Leling Jujubes, 10 yuan/bag Black Pottery Bookmark, 15 yuan Keep the price under 60 yuan. 🚄 Afternoon: Before returning, check out the Dezhou section of the Grand Canal. Free! Stroll along the river, snap some photos of the "legacy of the Grand Canal," and conclude your trip. ✅ Total Budget (per person) Accommodation: 160 yuan x 2 nights = 320 yuan Food and Beverage: 90 yuan/day x 3 days = 270 yuan Entrance fees + transportation: approximately 130 yuan (bus + scenic area) Shopping + miscellaneous expenses: 80 yuan ✅ Total: approximately 980 yuan, easily under 1,000 yuan 🎯 Save money: Dezhou's city is small, so walking or using shared bikes is the most cost-effective option. Arriving early at scenic spots will skip the lines, and some attractions offer discounts for university students and seniors. Don't buy the exorbitantly priced "time-honored" braised chicken; local brands are just as delicious! Dezhou is more than just braised chicken. It has the soul of the Grand Canal, the bones of the Yellow River, the spirit of black pottery, and the tranquility of Buddhist temples. For less than 1,000 yuan, you can experience the thousand-year-old charm of a city. Grab this guide and go! #DezhouCanalCorridor #SuluKingMausoleumScenic Area #BlackPotteryCultureMuseum #DezhouXianrenLakeScenic Area #DezhouGospel

By the time the high-speed train announced "Dezhou East Station," my taste buds were already riling! This canalside culinary city offers so much more than just braised chicken! Three days to explore the ancient city walls, eat your way through the food streets, and explore the canal ruins—save this freshly prepared guide! Day 1: Savor the Old Town 🚲 🏯 [Tomb of Sulu] - China's Only Foreign Imperial Mausoleum This Ming Dynasty mausoleum, the burial site of the ancient Sulu king of the Philippines, hides 600-year-old stories of the Maritime Silk Road within its red walls and emerald tiles. I recommend following the guide's story of Zheng He's voyages to the West. The century-old locust tree in the back garden is perfect for photos dressed in Hanfu! 📌Address: 356 Qingnian Road, Decheng District ⏰Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed Mondays) 🎫Admission: Free, reservations required 🚌Transportation: Take bus No. 5 to the "Tomb of Sulu" stop 🍗[Lao Dexiang Braised Chicken Main Store] - Live Instructions from a Century-Old Brand Watching the chefs grill the braised chicken in a traditional charcoal oven, the sizzling grease dripping from it is truly soothing! We recommend buying the chicken fresh out of the oven and eating it while it's still hot. The tender, boneless chicken is fragrant with a fruity aroma, and pairs perfectly with the restaurant's homemade lotus leaf porridge. 💰Per Person: 45 RMB/chicken (vacuum-proof available) 📍Location: 1F, Braised Chicken Food City, Sanba Middle Road 💡Tips: Freshly grilled at 11:00 AM/4:00 PM daily. Be sure to order the homemade dipping sauce! 🌇[Ancient Canal Street] - Dusk Edition Fireworks As the sunset paints the canal golden, the aroma of barbecue wafts through the bluestone pavement of the ancient wharf. We recommend trying the freshly baked Wucheng Xuanbing (rolled pancakes), a crispy sesame crust filled with pork and scallion filling. It's especially delicious with the canal breeze. There's also a historical costume parade at 7 PM! 📸Photo spots: The lantern wall at the ancient ship wharf and the reflections of the canal's arched bridges. Day 2: Time-Travel Day 🚢 🌾[Si Nu Si Water Conservancy Project] - The Heartbeat of the Grand Canal Stand in front of the Qianlong Imperial Monument and witness the magnificent sight of the sluice gates swallowing and spewing the canal water. We recommend renting a bicycle and cycling along the canal greenway. Along the way, you'll see the fascinating juxtaposition of ancient tracker stones and modern cargo ships. ⏰Open: All day 🚴Car rental: At the scenic area entrance, 20 yuan/hour 💡Bonus: 3 kilometers north, you'll find a wild reed marsh, perfect for autumn photo ops! 🏰【Dongzi Garden】 - A Han Dynasty scholar's garden study This reconstructed Han Dynasty academy is packed with cultural treasures! Enjoy a cup of bamboo leaf tea at the site of the "Three Years Without Glancing at the Garden" legend, experience movable type printing, and even pray for a top-ranking scholar talisman before the statue of Confucius (postgraduate entrance exam or civil service exam candidates, come and get it!) 🎫Admission: 60 yuan (including the experience) 📚Must-try: Hanfu rental for 30 yuan/hour; the quju (long-sleeved) style is recommended. 🌃【Jinxiuchuan Night Market】 - A carb-lovers' paradise A hidden gem of a foodie spot, guided by a local! Must-try three-piece combo: 1. Changguan Baozi (beef and vermicelli filling, warning!) 2. Songlou Huoshao (secret way to enjoy it with spicy noodles) 3. Xiajin Budai Chicken (super nourishing medicinal broth) 🍺 Pairing: Ningjin Daqu (a small sip will make you drunk) Day 3: Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience + Cultural and Creative Outing 🎨 🪡 [Liangzi Black Pottery] - Living Clay Art Play with clay in the studio of a provincial-level intangible cultural heritage inheritor! Full instruction from throwing to carving. The finished black pottery cup can be engraved and fired (delivered to your home by SF Express in 3 weeks). Secretly, the wood-fired kiln in the studio's backyard gives you a "Ghost" vibe when taking photos. ⏰Experience: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM / 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM 💰Cost: 168 RMB/item (including firing) 🎡[Quancheng Europa Castle] - A gathering of screaming enthusiasts Although not in Jinan, this fairytale kingdom in Dezhou is even more worthwhile! Three recommended must-dos: 1. Blue Flame Roller Coaster (Asia's fastest, accelerating to 100 km/h in 3 seconds) 2. Neuschwanstein Castle Light Show (starts at 7:30 PM) 3. Animal Crossing 5D Cinema (created by the Marvel team) 🎫Tickets: 220 RMB (student ID discount available) 💡Tips: Go for the roller coaster first after entering; afternoon lines start at 2 hours! 🛍️[Dezhou Department Store] - A 2000s time-travel experience The retro arcade on the top floor holds childhood memories for those born in the 1990s! Play the Dance Dance Revolution for 1 yuan and 5 coins. After taking photos, be sure to head to the 6th floor food court for some lamb intestines, served with a small pancake wrapped in sashimi. A local-approved, heavenly way to enjoy it! 🌟 Ultimate Tips: 1. Choose the Jinjiang Inn (at the Tomb of King Sulu) in the old city, as all attractions are within walking distance. 2. Look for the "Dezhou" brand when buying braised chicken at the high-speed rail station (look for the geographical indication). 3. Canal cruises operate from April to October, and the night cruises are incredibly romantic. 4. Northwest Shandong cuisine tends to be salty, so remember to ask for "less sauce" when ordering. Three days won't be enough to eat and play! From ancient stories amidst the canal's waves to the screams of a roller coaster, Dezhou is like the sixteen spices of braised chicken—the more you savor them, the more layers of flavor you'll find. #DezhouTravel #ShandongTravelGuide #NationalDayTravelDiary #MostCommentedOnFacebook #WeekendMicrotrip

Must you squeeze in crowds during your holidays? 🤔 This low-key city of Dezhou is truly a hidden gem for a short National Day getaway! Prices are incredibly low, 💰 and the food is so plentiful it'll make you want to lean on the wall. 🍗 You can also experience authentic Shandong culture. Enjoy a leisurely three days, eat, and drink your way through! 👇 📅 DAY 1 [Morning] 📍 Dezhou Museum (566 Dongfanghong West Road, Decheng District, Dezhou City) One of Shandong's three largest museums! 🌟 From Longshan Culture to modern revolutionary history, it's free! The exhibits are so extensive that two hours won't be enough! ⏰9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed Mondays) 🚌 Bus No. 18/28 goes directly there. [Lunch] 🐔 Lao Dexiang Braised Chicken (382 Sanba Middle Road, Decheng District) A trip to Dezhou without braised chicken is a complete waste! A must-visit at this century-old establishment! The chicken is so tender it falls off the bone 🍗 and paired with sesame seed buns, it's so delicious you'll cry! Must-order: Traditional Braised Chicken with Chicken Soup 💰35 per person ⏰10:30 AM - 2:00 PM [Afternoon] 🏯 Dongzi Garden (1258 Hubin Middle Avenue, Decheng District, Dezhou City) Where the great Han Dynasty scholar Dong Zhongshu studied! The ancient gardens are beyond picturesque. 📸 Wearing Hanfu for a photoshoot is absolutely stunning! 🚖 Taxi: About 15 yuan ⏰8:30 AM - 6:00 PM [Evening] 🌉 Yunhe Ancient Street (Dongfeng West Road, Decheng District, Dezhou City) A breathtakingly beautiful, antique-style street at night! Eat all you can at various food stalls! 🍢 Recommend the Wucheng spun pancakes and lamb intestines! 🏨 Accommodation: Nearby chain hotels, 150+ per night 📅 DAY 2 [Morning] 🕌 Tomb of King Sulu (Dongfanghong West Road, Decheng District, Dezhou City) The only tomb of a foreign king in China! Breathtakingly exotic! 🏰 The explanation was truly legendary! 🚌 Bus No. 5 ⏰ 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM [Lunch] 🍲 Youyicun Restaurant (158 Jiefang Middle Avenue, Decheng District) The pinnacle of authentic Shandong cuisine! Nine-turn large intestine, Juejuezi 🔥 Sweet and sour carp, all you can eat, 40 RMB per person ⏰ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM [Afternoon] 🌾 Jianhe Wetland Park (Decheng District, Dezhou City) The autumn reed marshes are stunning! Cycling in the breeze is so relaxing! 🚴 I recommend going at 4 PM to take sunset photos~ 🚖 I recommend taking a taxi ⏰ All day [Evening] 🌭 College Night Market (South Gate of Dezhou College) A hidden gem for college students! The Gangzitou fire is so hot and incense will make you dizzy! 😋 20 yuan per person for all-you-can-eat meals 📅 DAY 3 [Morning] ☀️ Huangming Sun Valley (Decheng District, Dezhou City) The world's largest solar park! Awesome technology! 💫 A must-see for those with kids~ 🚌 Bus Route 106 ⏰ 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM [Lunch] 🍜 Yongshengju (Jiefang Middle Avenue, Decheng District) A 30-year-old restaurant! The beef pancakes are so delicious you'll want to lick the bowl! 😍 The braised pancakes are also amazing! ⏰ 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM [Afternoon] 🏺 Black Pottery Experience Hall (Dezhou Economic Development Zone) A national intangible cultural heritage project! Making black pottery yourself is so much fun! ✨ Be sure to book a trial class in advance! 🚗 Self-driving recommended ⏰ 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM 💡 Travel tips: 1️⃣ Buy vacuum-packed braised chicken on the last day of sale. 2️⃣ October has a big temperature swing, so bring a jacket. 3️⃣ You can use Alipay for public transportation. Save this post! If you have any questions, leave a comment. #ShandongTravel #WhereToGoForNationalDay #ShortTripRecommendations #DezhouFood #UncommonTravelDestinations