Hidden in the folds of the mountains in Zichuan District, Zibo, lies a place like a paradise on earth—Dongdongyu Village. It shines like a brilliant pearl, exuding a unique charm.

Hidden in the folds of the mountains in Zichuan District, Zibo, lies a place like a paradise on earth—Dongdongyu Village. It shines like a brilliant pearl, exuding a unique charm.

Long History, Ancient Charm
Dongdongyu Village has a history of over 600 years and is a provincially recognized traditional ancient village. The village preserves well-maintained traditional northern-style residences from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Stone walls, stone steps, and stone mills are everywhere, filling the air with a rustic atmosphere that seems to tell stories of the past. The ancient stone houses and two stone tablets on Taiping Mountain to the east of the village further confirm the village’s long history, evoking a deep sense of the passage of time.

Beautiful Scenery, Hundred Springs Competing
Surrounded by mountains on three sides, with rich vegetation and a high forest coverage rate, this is a natural oxygen bar. The village is shaded by lush trees and blooming flowers, picturesque in all seasons. Taihe Town is known as the hometown of mineral water in China, and Dongdongyu Village is famously called the "Hundred Springs Village" of Qilu. A small river flows through the village, its water running continuously year-round. Many mountain springs are scattered along the banks, among which "Guo Spring," "Niao Spring," and "Lazy Wife Spring" are the most famous. The spring water is clear and never dries up.

Rich Culture, Deep Heritage
Dongdongyu Village carries a profound red cultural heritage. It was an important station for anti-Japanese communications and witnessed heroic struggles such as the Ma’anshan Battle and the Taihe Massacre. It is also the birthplace of the Qiguo idiom story "Hanging Sheep and Beating Drums, Starving Horse Ringing Bells." Legend has it that Duke Huan of Qi, Xiao Bai, once hung a sheep and beat drums here to cleverly seize the throne, achieving his hegemony, adding a rich historical and cultural color to this land.

Special Delicacies, Feast for the Taste Buds
When visiting Dongdongyu Village, be sure to try the local specialties. Every Saturday and Sunday, the village’s big pot dishes are a must. Made with pure natural spring water, organically grown cabbage from the village, and homemade crushed tofu, combined with pork belly, the large iron pot emits an irresistible aroma that makes your mouth water. In addition, there are traditional crushed tofu, old-style steamed buns, pure grain pancakes, and E Zhuang fried meat and eggs, each bite full of rich local flavor.

Post by William61 Mitchell - Will | Jul 27, 2025