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The Mou's Manor
The Mou's Manor is located in Qixia city, serving as the residence of the prominent landlord Mou Molin (nicknamed "Mou Erhei") and his descendants during the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China. It stands as one of China's most well-preserved typical landlord manors. Within this expansive northern Chinese landlord estate, you can explore its grand architectural complex, admire its exquisite and unique craftsmanship, and immerse yourself in its profound folk culture. The manor boasts massive architectural scale and carries numerous historical anecdotes about its construction features and local customs. We recommend renting an audio guide or hiring a guide at the visitor center to gain a more vivid understanding of this remarkable site. The Mou's Manor was initially built during the Yongzheng era of the Qing Dynasty and reached its current scale by 1935 (the 24th year of the Republic of China). Today, it preserves over 480 halls, towers, and side rooms. The manor features winding pathways, layered courtyards, grand halls, pavilions, side chambers, and multiple quadrangle compounds. Visitors can also see structures like granaries, weaving workshops, wineries, oil presses, and even a private opera stage—reflecting the Mou family's social status and economic power at the time. The architecture showcases unique craftsmanship with exquisite carvings and masonry, renowned for its "three carvings," "six oddities," and "nine marvels." One of the oddities is "chimneys standing outside the gable walls"—dozens of chimneys in the manor are supported by finely carved granite slabs outside the gables (some on the front walls), resembling miniature floating pavilions. These chimneys don't backdraft and are fireproof. Inside the halls and rooms, you might notice that despite the Mou family's immense wealth, the furnishings and decorations appear surprisingly modest, exuding a strong rural charm of eastern Shandong. This likely stems from the family's agrarian values, as inscribed on the main gate: "Farming and reading as lifelong pursuits, diligence and frugality as family traditions"—a testament to their indifference to fame and pursuit of tranquility. The manor also highlights Qixia's folk culture. During the May Day and National Day golden weeks, it hosts the "Folk Culture Tourism Festival," featuring activities like flower-shaped steamed buns, paper-cutting, embroidered ball tossing, traditional wedding ceremonies, and folk lantern displays, vividly recreating the cultural life of eastern Shandong during the Mou family's heyday.Qixia · 2.3 km from downtown
Tianzhu Mountain
Tianzhu Mountain is located in the north of Aishan in Penglai City. The mountain is tall and steep, and has the reputation of being "the Little Mt Hua of Jiaodong”. The scenic spot comprises five peaks, such as the Xianglu Peak, the Flag Peak, the Yuanyang Peak, and the Guanyin Peak. There are natural landscapes such as “Big Jiasha Monk”, “Standing Buddha” and “Immortal's Meditation”, as well as historical revolutionary sites such as Grain Transport Road, the Coin Mint, and the Public Daily News Center. It is an important base of patriotic education and history.Qixia · 18 km from downtown
Qixia Taixu Palace
Qixia Taixu Palace is located in the northern suburb of Qixia City. Its construction was presided over by Qiu Chuji, the founder of the Dragon Gate Sect ( 龙门派 Longmen Pai ) of the Complete Perfection Tradition (全真道 Quanzhen Dao ) of China's Taoism, a Taoist, a health preservation expert, and a litterateur, in 1911 based on his former residence. It has been in existence for more than 800 years. Since the location of Taixu Palace is in Bindu, it is also called "Bindu Palace" by local people. For a long time, Qixia Taixu Palace has gained increased fame due to Qiu Chuji, and the Taoist culture has been spread farther due to the Taixu Palace.Qixia · 1.4 km from downtown
Penglai Pavilion
Penglai Pavilion is located on the cliff in the north of Penglai City in the Yantai area of Shandong Province. It was built in the Song Dynasty (1061 AD) and has a history of more than 900 years. It is together with Tengwangge, Yellow Crane Tower and Yueyang Tower called the Four Great Towers of China. Known as the Wonderland of Penglai, it was the place where Emperor Qin Han Wu sought the elixir of life. The entire Penglai Pavilion building consists of Sanqingdian, Lvzu Palace, Sugong Temple, Tianhou Temple, Dragon King Palace, Penglai Pavilion, and Amitabha Temple. They are located on a hillside. Make sure to climb the hillside before visiting these palaces.Yantai · 55.1 km from Qixia
Qixia Canyon Rafting
Qixia Canyon Rafting is located in the Yinshui River Valley in Xingjiazhuang Village, Tingkou Town, Qixia City, Shandong Province—the roof of the Jiaodong Peninsula in Shandong. It boasts a superior location and convenient transportation. It is 25 kilometers from Qixia City and 50 kilometers from Yantai City, and within a 2-hour travel radius of merchandise cities such as Weihai, Qingdao, and Weifang, making short trips easy and direct. This rafting course relies on the abundant water source of the Tianjia Reservoir, with a capacity of 6 million cubic meters, ensuring a continuous supply of clear water and a natural water source. Backed by the verdant Yashan Mountain range, the 5-kilometer-long rafting course, with a vertical drop of 118 meters, is carved out of thousands of acres of alpine surfing . visitors can breathe in the sweet aroma of fruit while enjoying the thrill, laughter, screams, and continuous waves. This rafting experience is not only a therapeutic haven for young people seeking thrills and excitement, but also a trendy and relaxing playground for families to connect with nature and enjoy leisurely water activities. This rafting experience uses premium four-person rafts, offering a safe and comfortable ride down the mountain streams. At times, you'll soar through the air, riding the waves; at others, you'll meander through valleys and forests; and at still others, you'll drift gently along the current. Embraced by mountains and water, accompanied by a gentle breeze, this immersive experience unlocks the wild charm and romance of mountain rafting. The area surrounding the rafting merchandise is home to numerous popular 5A and 4A-level scenic spots, including Penglai Xiange, Mou's Manor, Yangma Island, Yantai Mountain, and the Golden Coast. The combination of mountain and water rafting with coastal scenery and historical charm makes it a top choice for summer retreats for the people of Jiaodong, and an ideal destination for visitors from all over the country to enjoy the cool waters and experience the thrill of mountain rafting.Qixia · 14.8 km from downtown
Changyu Castel Ghateau
Yantai Changyu Castel Winery is a joint venture built by Chinese wine giant Changyu and French wine giant Castel. It is located on the golden tourist route from Yantai to Penglai. The winery covers an area of 2,110 acres, including 500 acres of wine-making vineyards, 50 acres of main buildings, and 20 acres of grape corridors and roads. Yantai Changyu Castel Winery is a collection of tourism, sightseeing and leisure, and has become another tourist attraction in Yantai City; at the same time, it is also the brewing base of Changyu's high-end wine; it also introduces and breeds new domestic and foreign excellent grape varieties. An important place for research on related cultivation techniques.Yantai · 39.5 km from Qixia
Tsingtao Beer Museum
The Tsingtao Beer Museum is located at No. 56 Dengzhou Road, the birthplace of Tsingtao beer. This century-old factory, housed in a 1903 German-style industrial complex, witnesses China's beer industry journey from its infancy to prominence. As China's first beer-themed model for industrial heritage revitalization, the museum transforms weathered red-brick workshops into immersive spaces using precious early equipment like old motors, mash kettles, and boiling kettles. Visitors walking through the century-old memory corridor can touch over 30,000 artifacts from the German occupation era while overlooking the smart production lines of the "lighthouse factory" through glass walls. Through the dialogue between traditional wooden fermentation tanks and fully automated filling equipment, they decode the evolution of Chinese manufacturing from artisanal heritage to digital transformation. With the innovative concept of "living heritage + technological empowerment," the museum breaks free from the static display constraints of industrial sites. The VR brewing lab allows visitors to become brewers adjusting malt ratios, while the hop recognition system decodes the scientific secrets behind beer flavors. Personalized beer label printing customizes brews, turning taste into portable urban memories. This cultural landmark, bearing Qingdao's industrial DNA, not only showcases its benchmark value in cultural-tourism integration through honors like "national first-class museum" and "China's top 10 cultural heritage tourism cases," but also injects more sustainable vitality into the century-old factory by being selected as a "national cultural industry demonstration base." It continues to brew the city's cultural richness from industrial heritage amid the tides of time.China · Qingdao
Laoshan Scenic Spot
Laoshan scenic spot is located in eastern Qingdao, bordering the Yellow Sea to the east and south. Known as the "famous mountain on the sea", its highest peak stands at approx. 1,100 m above sea level.JufengThe attraction is renowned as a famous Taoist mountain for its grandeur, magnificence, uniqueness and beauty. Its Taoist temples, sunrise and sea of clouds allPrestigious. The scenic area mainly consists of seven major scenic zones: Laoshan's grand peak scenic area, Liuqinghe scenic area, Laoshan's taiqing scenic area, Qipan stone, Laoshan's yangkou scenic area, Laoshan's jiushui scenic area, and Laoshan's hualou scenic area. There are four touring routes in total, including three land routes (southern line, eastern line, and central line) and one water route. The scenic highlights include grand peak sunrise, taiqing water moon, and haiqiao fairy mound.Huayuan stacked stonesJiushui mingyi and others together form the twelve scenic spots of the attraction. Huashan scenic area in Laoshan is far from the sea and not located inLaoshan MountainThe area sees fewer visitors. The Laoshan Jiushui scenic area is renowned for its water features, with streams and springs throughout, offering beautiful scenery. For the average visitor, the truly worthwhile routes are the Laoshan grand peak scenic area and the Liuqinghe-Yangkou scenic area line - one day is sufficient for each route. These areas contain the most spectacular natural landscapes of the attraction. The liuqinghe scenic area - laoshan yangkou scenic area, also known as the southern route, is one of the earlier developed attractions here. It closely follows the coastline and features the famous attraction laoshan taiqing palace, making it the most popular route for visitors. The basic route through the attraction is liuqinghe scenic area - taiqing palace scenic area - huayan temple, with the endpoint at laoshan yangkou scenic area. Since the highlight of this route lies in the laoshan yangkou scenic area, it's recommended to plan your time wisely when visiting the preceding attractions. Laoshan Taiqing palaceStrange tales from a Chinese studioMediumLaoshan MountainThe birthplace of the Taoist priest's story. Inspired by his visit to Laoshan Taiqing Palace, Pu Songling wrote "The Taoist Priest of Laoshan" here. Visitors can see the wall described in Pu Songling's work where the Taoist priest of Laoshan walked through. Huayan Temple - the existing Buddhist temple in the attraction. Since the Laoshan Yangkou scenic area is close toHuanghaiHere you can enjoy the sea view and feel the ocean breeze. Of course, besides its beautiful scenery, the Yangkou scenic area of Laoshan Mountain offers the challenging Mitian cave - winding, steep, and narrow, with sections so dark you can't see your hand in front of your face and so tight you have to squeeze through sideways, significantly enhancing the adventure. You can reach Mitian cave either on foot or by cable car. Upon reaching the mountaintop, you can take photos, admire the scenery, and gaze at the Yellow Sea in the distance. Remember to bring a flashlight to fully appreciate the cave's spectacular formations. Besides the Laoshan Yangkou scenic area, the second highlight of the attraction is the Laoshan grand peak scenic area. This area features the main peak of the mountain, with the summit being the highest point. Primarily focused on hiking, it's the most physically demanding part of the attraction. The grand peak scenic area boasts magnificent rock formations - you can see the sea on clear days and a sea of clouds on overcast days. Watching the sunrise from the summit offers breathtakingly beautiful views.China · Qingdao
Changyu Wine Culture Museum
Changyu Company was founded in 1892 as China's first industrialized wine producer. After over 130 years of development, it has grown to become the world's fourth largest wine company by scale and ranks second globally in brand value. In 1992, the company built the Changyu Wine Culture Museum on the original factory site. In 2000, it invested over 80 million yuan in renovation and expansion. In 2022, marking the 130th anniversary of Changyu's founding, the company utilized modern exhibition hall 4.0 technology to upgrade the museum once again. The revitalized museum now showcases Changyu's dream of serving the nation through industry, its pioneering spirit, and the profound heritage and confidence gained from its extraordinary journey spanning three centuries as it engages with the world on equal terms. The museum is currently a national AAAA tourist attraction, one of China's first industrial tourism demonstration sites, a National Worker Pioneer, and a first-class national museum. It has been selected as one of the first "National Industrial Tourism Demonstration Bases," ranking first among the top ten. The museum consists of a wine culture plaza, exhibition halls, a century-old underground wine cellar, and the 1892 Art Center. The wine culture plaza features attractions like the bronze statue of Changyu founder Zhang Bishi, the Time-Aged Modern Sculpture, the Bacchus Fountain, the early treasury vault, and the Twin Qilin Screen Wall. The exhibition halls include four themed sections: "Industry Revitalizing the Nation," "Gilded Years," "Embracing Diversity," and "Striving for Excellence," which use interactive experiences to showcase Changyu's 130-year development journey, its global competitiveness rivaling foreign wines, trendsetting tastes, proactive social image, and how wine contributes to a healthy, elegant lifestyle. The century-old underground wine cellar, built in 1894 and designated as a national key cultural relic protection site, extends 7 meters below ground—over 1 meter below sea level—and lies within 100 meters of the coastline. Its eight intersecting vaulted tunnels create a maze-like structure. The 1892 Art Center, a "museum within the museum," is a red-roofed building blending Chinese and Western architectural styles. Formerly known as "Jin Gongshan's Old Residence" and later the "Yantai United Front Work Department," it served as the home of Changyu's founder Zhang Bishi. With over 100 years of history, it has now been transformed into an art center celebrating the aesthetics of wine-inspired living. "Telling the story of Chinese wine and promoting the aesthetics of a fashionable, healthy, romantic, and elegant wine lifestyle" – this is the mission of Changyu Wine Culture Museum. We will continue to innovate and inspire more people to fall in love with Yantai, Changyu, and Chinese wine.Yantai · 54.2 km from Qixia
Liugong Island
Liugong Island, located at the mouth of Weihai Bay, faces the Yellow Sea and connects toWeihai Bay, known as the "peach blossom spring on the sea". The main attractions on the island include Liugong Island National Forest Park, Liugong Island Expo Garden, Liugong Island Whale Museum, and Qidingshan Fort, among others. It is also home to the Sino-Japanese War Museum, making it a memorial site of the Sino-Japanese War and a patriotic education base. To visit Liugong Island, you need to take a passenger ship from Weihai, and the trip takes approx. 20 minutes. After landing on the island, it is recommended to head west to the nearby Sino-Japanese War Museum, a site museum featuring Qing Dynasty buildings such as the Beiyang Naval Command and the Naval Academy, which vividly recreate the historical scenes of the Beiyang Fleet and the Sino-Japanese War. After the visit, head north from the exit to enter Liugong Island National Forest Park, a rare maritime park in China. The park features lush pines and cypresses, blooming wildflowers, and exceptionally high vegetation coverage. Inside the park is a small zoo where travelers can see many sika deer in the sika deer pavilion. Afterwards, you can go up the mountain to visit the Qidingshan Fort and then take the cable car down, which conveniently leads to Liugong Island Expo Garden. From the cable car, you can also enjoy a panoramic view of the entire expo garden. At the expo park you can truly learn aboutLiugong IslandThe history of the entire park takes about 2 hours to explore. The "Virtues of Liu Gong" area mainly uses huge wall carvings and wood carvings to tellLiugong IslandThe culture. In the Sino-Japanese War Exhibition Hall, you can also see the process of the Beiyang Fleet from its formation to its demise, vividly recreating the intense war scenes. Outside the memorial hall stands the stone statue of Deng Shichang, which comes into view when landing on the island. The buildings outside the exhibition hall mostly feature sloping roofs and a distinctive large square chimney, making them quite unique. In addition, travelers can choose to take a sightseeing bus through the forest and pine waves. The 20-minute trip offers a panoramic view of the main attractions. Alternatively, they can opt for a cruise around the island to take in the full view of Liugong Island. Courtyards 4 and 5 feature over 60 island-style pastoral rooms. With their tranquil courtyards and fresh air, counting stars and listening to frogs here feels like returning to childhood. The rich historical and cultural atmosphere, the quiet island nights, bathing in the sea breeze, and enjoying the seascape—it all creates a unique and memorable experience. Liugong Island attracts travelers from home and abroad with its unique natural scenery and profound historical and cultural atmosphere. Rest on the island and stay atLiugong Island Hotel, you can fully appreciate the beauty of nature, watch the rolling waves, listen to the sound of the tides, feel the gentle sea breeze, and enjoy the tranquility and comfort of a paradise-like retreat. Experiencing the serene night on the island will surely make your journey uniquely wonderful.China · Weihai
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What travelers say about Qixia
阎🚺November 24, 2025
5.0
The Mou Family Manor is the largest and best-preserved feudal landlord manor in northern China, hailed as a "folk palace" and a "living fossil of a century-old manor." It is renowned for its "three carvings," "six oddities," and "nine wonders," particularly its colorful tiger-skin walls and unique designs such as "chimneys standing outside the gable walls," showcasing exquisite architectural craftsmanship.
🌾 The Mou Family Manor is more like an open-air architectural museum and a living folk painting. If you have a strong interest in ancient northern architecture, feudal family history, or Jiaodong folk culture, this place will definitely satisfy you.
The Mou's Manor
_We***16March 19, 2025
5.0
The mountain is not very high, but the second half is very challenging. It is not recommended to climb alone, especially if you are afraid of heights. The service is also good. They will explain the climbing route very carefully. The scenery is pleasant and the view is wide enough.
Tianzhu Mountain
M47***32December 25, 2024
5.0
When I went to Mou's Manor during the National Day holiday, I saw Taixu Palace and went there. It was well built, covered a large area, and not crowded. It may be related to publicity and transportation. It is relatively quiet and suitable for a slow visit.
Qixia Taixu Palace
不会飞的豹October 17, 2026
4.0
We spent the morning sightseeing. It was quite crowded during the National Day holiday. The scenery was beautiful, and the hike was relaxing. Having just seen the Eight Immortals, bringing the kids to experience Penglai made the experience even more memorable.
Penglai Pavilion
M2o***cqOctober 11, 2026
5.0
The Changyu International Wine City boasts an elegant and sophisticated environment, and the tours of its production processes and storage facilities are very interesting. It's especially suitable for parents to bring their children to learn more.
Changyu Castel Ghateau
Chenting228October 24, 2026
5.0
Convenient, just scan the code to enter. It's a combined A and B hall, with a single-line design so you don't backtrack… Just follow the signs. At the end of the two halls, there's a free beer area; you can get two. The second one was replaced with hot beer tea, which was also quite nice… At the exit, there's a souvenir shop. The beer mugs were in secure packaging to prevent them from tipping over, so I searched online for the same model from the official flagship store. The mug arrived home before I even got there!
Tsingtao Beer Museum
Anonymous userOctober 24, 2026
5.0
Senior citizen tickets are a great deal, only 20 yuan for two days, enough to cover round-trip train tickets.
It's a bit physically demanding, though; it can be tiring for seniors to climb.
A highly recommended scenic area.
Laoshan Scenic Spot
奶油五香豆October 24, 2026
5.0
My visit to the Changyu Wine Culture Museum was very rewarding. I learned a great deal about Changyu's long history and gained a lot of knowledge about wine. The museum also offers unique cocktails and specialty blends for tasting, which were quite innovative. The staff were all very friendly, patient in their explanations, and provided attentive service. Learning about a century of wine culture while sampling specialty blends was a wonderful and enjoyable experience.
Changyu Wine Culture Museum
Anonymous userOctober 19, 2026
5.0
Liugong Island, a must-visit in Weihai, truly lives up to its 5A scenic spot reputation! A boat trip to the island offers a refreshing sea breeze, with lush forests and stunning mountain and sea scenery. The tour includes the Sino-Japanese War Memorial Hall, the Naval Headquarters, the Dingyuan Memorial Ship, and the ancient fort, providing a wealth of historical artifacts and materials to relive the tragic history of the Beiyang Fleet – a truly enriching historical lesson. Guided tours are available, or you can take the island's electric shuttle bus for a more convenient experience. The blend of natural beauty and historical significance is both solemn and therapeutic. A must-see in Weihai – five-star recommendation!
Liugong Island
