Things to do in Guanyun

The scenery is pleasant and lush with trees. Unfortunately, it was too hot today, with no wind at all, and my clothes were soaked with sweat. There were few people and no water sellers, so each person only brought one bottle of water up the mountain. I came down halfway up. It's a good place to visit around May Day or National Day.

Yiyuan Garden in Guanyun District, Lianyungang, is a hidden gem of a rural paradise right at your doorstep. With its vast flower fields, tranquil lake views, and slow-paced atmosphere, it's a perfect place for relaxing with kids and taking photos that will turn heads wherever you go.

Huaguo Mountain in Lianyungang is a national 5A-level tourist attraction and the hometown and main filming location of Sun Wukong in the classic novel "Journey to the West". It combines unique peaks, strange rocks, seas of clouds, and macaques. The main peak, Jade Maiden Peak, reaches an altitude of 624.4 meters, making it the highest peak in Jiangsu Province. The scenic area is dotted with attractions such as the Water Curtain Cave, Sanyuan Palace, and Seventy-Two Caves, offering both mythological charm and panoramic views of the Yellow Sea, earning it the reputation of "the most beautiful scenic spot in the East China Sea".

Lianyungang's Yuntai Mountain is a national 4A-level scenic area. Formerly known as Yuzhou Mountain and Cangwu Mountain, it was originally a series of islands in the Yellow Sea, only connecting to the mainland in the 18th century. It integrates five scenic elements: mountains, sea, port, islands, and city. Climbing to the main peak's viewing platform offers panoramic views of Lianyungang Port, the East and West Lian Islands, and the vast sea, earning it the reputation of "Jiangsu's Rio de Janeiro" and a real-life "Shangri-La."

Lian Island Scenic Area boasts beautiful scenery, soft sandy beaches, and clear waters. The island offers numerous seafood stalls, making it ideal for a relaxing vacation. The scenic area is well-managed and has excellent facilities, but it can get crowded during peak season. Overall, it was a good experience, and I recommend visiting outside of peak times. I visited during off-peak season, which contributed to my excellent experience.

The surrounding facilities are well-developed, supplies are plentiful, and prices are acceptable. Overall, the climb wasn't too tiring. When I went, it was drizzling and foggy, and all I could see were steps! Transportation costs seemed quite expensive! I saw online that hiking poles were 5 yuan each at the entrance at the bottom of the mountain, but actually, they were 5 yuan for two a little further inside. If you only need them once and don't want to take them with you, that's fine!

A great place to visit in Qingdao! The Qingdao Beer Museum is definitely worth checking out, especially if you’re interested in learning about the history of beer and how it’s made. The museum is well organized, with interesting exhibits showcasing the history of Tsingtao Beer, its brewing process, and the development of the brand over the years. The displays are informative, interactive, and visually appealing, so the visit never feels boring.The whole experience was really enjoyable, and there was plenty to see and explore. It was also a great opportunity to learn more about one of Qingdao’s most famous products and experience a little piece of the city’s culture. Overall, it’s a fun and interesting attraction, whether you’re visiting with friends, family, or as a couple. I had a lot of fun there and would definitely recommend adding it to your Qingdao itinerary!

The Yuwan Scenic Area boasts beautiful scenery. The winding mountain path is accompanied by the sound of flowing water, and a gentle breeze rustles the leaves in the forest, making the air exceptionally fresh. The only drawback is the recent lack of rainfall, resulting in smaller waterfalls and flowing water.

The Niushou Mountain Underground Palace is quite impressive, but the higher levels don't seem to offer much to see. It's a shame to miss it, but if you do go, it's just okay. Your feet will ache from walking so much. It's not suitable for family trips, but it's great for taking photos!

Not bad, we climbed up and took the cable car down. But I actually think we should have taken the cable car up and then continued climbing to the very top of Tianyuan, and then come down. That way we could have seen the whole panorama. We were so tired climbing up that when we saw the cable car, we didn't want to climb anymore, and we didn't reach the top; we just came back.