Ding! Here's a holiday guide for you to start your summer fun. Jinan's Gangcheng District has prepared a series of activities under the theme “Spend Your Summer in Gangcheng,” combining culture, tourism, services, leisure, and educational experiences. With four main themes - “Study in Gangcheng,” “Bookish Gangcheng,” “Run in Gangcheng,” and “Enjoy Gangcheng” - your summer will be packed with endless fun. Now, let's dive into a joyful time!
Fun and Educational Adventures in Gangcheng
Start your journey this summer with never-ending learning. Gangcheng District has designed top-notch educational tours that blend local customs and traditions. These tours turn cultural scenes into thematic experiences and educational stories, offering unique “learn while you travel” activities.
Gangcheng has a rich history. Here, you can explore historical sites, learn about ancient artifacts, and experience the charm of culture. If you're a foodie, you can savor traditional dishes like Qishan fried chicken and Yanzhuang beef, exploring Gangcheng's unique culinary culture.
Gangcheng also holds revolutionary heritage, making it an ideal place for patriotic education. You can engage in activities that highlight patriotism and revolutionary history. If you love rural life, visit the local flower gardens, vegetable farms, and sunflower fields. These places offer a glimpse into rural revitalization, showcasing beautiful landscapes and serene country life.
For those interested in intangible cultural heritage, you can participate in themed educational tours that bring you close to cultural treasures like Panlong Bangzi Opera and Jin's needle embroidery, experiencing the charm of these ancient crafts.
Read and Enjoy Books
Join the “Bookish Gangcheng” series, where you can immerse yourself in social practices and reading feasts. In the comfortable ambiance, explore the colorful world of books.
At the Gangcheng Library, young readers can become “little speakers” or “memory keepers,” enhancing their oral expression, memory, and creative thinking skills. During the “Little Librarian” activity, kids can wear volunteer vests, manage book collections, and assist readers, experiencing the responsibilities and joys of being a librarian.
In the book flea market, young readers can exchange their idle study supplies, toys, crafts, and books with others. Book clubs are also a must, where children can enjoy story sessions, parent-child reading, sharing groups, and classic reading, fostering a love for reading.
Unlock New Summer Sports
No summer is complete without sports. Join the “Run in Gangcheng” theme activities and enjoy the youth-oriented games. Designed for kids aged 4-14, the 60-meter U-shaped track features obstacles like water floating, swinging bridge, gear maze, lotus swing, and happy sprint wall, offering thrilling challenges.
Enjoy camping under the persimmon trees at a base resembling a real-life utopia, explore the natural beauty of the Dawen River Park, and taste classic dishes of Wenyuan. If that's not enough, the Wenyuan Water Carnival offers various exciting theme parties with endless surprises. Come and rush into the fun!
Gangcheng Has It All: Eat, Stay, Travel, Shop, and Play
Enjoy luxurious camping sites like Wenyuan Wild Luxury Campground, Yunye Xingchen Camping Bases, and Shanxiang-Huayu-Lanshan Agro-Tourism Base, taking you away from daily routines into a dreamlike utopia. There are cultural performances, community plays, fitness walks, and activities for all ages. Experience new shopping and entertainment scenes, with activities like lawn scooters, werewolf games, bonfire parties, and music karaoke waiting for you.
Every day is a new adventure in Gangcheng. Come and enjoy to your heart's content!