As autumn breezes in and National Day approaches, Dongying city in East China's Shandong province offers a great variety of exciting tourism activities.
Located at the estuary of the Yellow River, visitors can marvel at the clear color divide yet harmonious blend of the Yellow River and the Bohai Sea – where half the water is a golden hue and the other half a deep blue.
In the rich ecosystem and environment of the Yellow River Delta, visitors can observe the graceful movements of red-crowned cranes, enjoy the sight of slender reeds swaying in the breeze and spot gray cranes foraging on the mudflats, as they foster a deep connection with nature.
The Yellow River Delta National Nature Reserve in Dongying enters its most beautiful season of the year. [Photo/Wechat account: wenlvdongying]
This holiday, the Sun Tzu Cultural Park will host the Chinese animation carnival.
The event offers an engaging experience with classic characters from Chinese animation – inviting participants to embark on a fantastical journey that celebrates the legendary narratives of military strategy.
Additionally, the park's tourist project called "Magic Night Back to the Spring and Autumn Period" has been enhanced, drawing inspiration from the element of fire. It will feature an impressive array of light shows, drone performances, thrilling acts and traditional entertainment.
Cultural venues throughout Dongying will remain open during the National Day holiday, presenting a series of curated activities.
The city's library will host a book exhibition commemorating the birthday of Confucius, while the art museum will present a life festival themed on National Day. For its part, the Lyu Opera Museum will put on a cultural exhibition dedicated to the city's intangible cultural festival.
Moreover, Dongying offers wonderfully diverse and distinctive culinary. Visitors are encouraged to sample the Yellow River estuary hairy crabs, Lijin pan-fried stuffed buns and cold noodles – all of which reflect the region's rich gastronomic culture.
It's harvest season now for the Yellow River estuary hairy crab. [Photo/Wechat account: wenlvdongying]
As the National Day celebrations begin, Dongying will proudly present its rich cultural heritage, beautiful landscape and notable cuisine for visitors to experience.
