Queen Mother Pond

Coming to Mount Tai is like going to a date with the mountains and rivers, and Huazhu · Jingshangshanju Homestay (Taishan Pedestrian Climbing Entrance Hongmen District Branch) is the warmest place to stay during this date. 📍 Excellent location for worry-free mountain climbing: The homestay is located at No. 57-2 Hongmen East Village, Taiqian Street, Taishan District, inside the Taishan Scenic Area, with a unique location. It is only 410m away from the Hongmen climbing entrance . You can start your wonderful journey to climb Mount Tai with just a few minutes' walk. It is extremely convenient whether you want to start your journey in the cool of the morning or set off at night to see the sunrise. There are also attractions such as Tiger Mountain Park and Wangmu Pool nearby , where you can easily experience the rich cultural and natural beauty around Mount Tai. 🚗 Convenient transportation and easy arrival: Convenient transportation is essential for tourists from other places. The homestay is not far from Tai'an Station and Taishan Station. It is about half an hour's drive away. There are also convenient bus routes , so you can arrive smoothly no matter which mode of transportation you choose. Friends who drive themselves don't have to worry, parking is very convenient here. 🏡 Quiet courtyard, pleasant space: Stepping into the homestay is like entering a quiet little world. The clean and tidy courtyard has none of the hustle and bustle of the city, only leisure and tranquility. The rooms are newly decorated, and every detail reveals care . If you stay in a room with a terrace on the second floor, you can sit on the chair and blow the breeze after climbing the mountain, and the fatigue will disappear instantly. 🛏 Comfortable rooms with thoughtful equipment: The facilities in the room are complete and thoughtful. Although there are no disposable slippers, the small bottles of disposable shampoo and shower gel are convenient and hygienic to use . The beds are soft and comfortable, allowing you to have a good night's sleep after a day of sightseeing. If you are traveling with children, the design of the family room can also meet the accommodation needs of the whole family , so that children can also have a happy stay. 💁‍♂️ Enthusiastic owner, warm service: The homestay owner is enthusiastic and hospitable, and will provide you with various practical suggestions for climbing Mount Tai. They will also provide free Taishan mineral water during your stay , showing care from the smallest details. If you need it, the owner can also help you plan your itinerary to make your trip to Mount Tai even more perfect. 🌆 Viewing platform, unique perspective: I must mention the viewing platform of the homestay. When the weather is clear, standing here, you can have a panoramic view of the beauty of Nantianmen . That kind of shock and beauty can only be experienced personally. At night, you can also feel the unique night view of Mount Tai with the twinkling stars. If you are planning to climb Mount Tai recently, Huazhu · Jingshangshanju Homestay is definitely your best choice . Start your exclusive Mount Tai trip here!

In the fragrant April, a century-old Callery Pear tree suddenly appears beside the Wangmu Pond wishing pool in Taishan! ✨ 📍 Location: No. 70 Hongmen Road, Taishan District, Tai'an City 🕒 Opening Hours: 08:00-17:00 Ancient tree blooming forever! This century-old Callery Pear tree is covered with "April snow" between its branches, stunning beyond words! 🤩 🌟 Flower Viewing Highlights: · The century-old tree's branches are strong, with jade-like flowers weighing them down · Layers of tiny white flowers overlap like scattered pearls ✨ · Gentle breeze carries a subtle fragrance, passing over red walls and black tiles · The area around the release pond is bustling with visitors checking in, super lively~ Highly recommended photo spots 📸 ✅ Best angle at the northeast corner of the release pond ✅ Flower tree silhouette against the red wall backdrop ✅ Capture the moment of petals raining in the breeze (Ps: Bring a friend who knows photography for even better shots) Cute little surprise 🌈 In front of the temple full of Zen vibes, you can also see many children playing happily—red walls and green tiles paired with innocent smiles, this is the most beautiful scenery of all!

📍Address: No.70, Hongmen Road, Taishan District, Tai'an City, Shandong Province, China ⭕️No ticket required, free scenic spot. Take a bus to Hushan Park and walk to Laojun Hall. Wangmu Pond is behind it. Wangmu Pond and Laojun Hall are next to each other. You can park for free at the entrance of Laojun Hall. You can get three incense sticks per person at the entrance. There are many ancient trees inside. It is recommended to visit in summer when the fringe trees are in bloom. The butterfly carp in the pond are very spiritual. If you are lucky, you can see the cats in Wangmu Pond. Wangmu Pond is divided into front and back courtyards. There are also many ancient trees in the back courtyard as shown in picture 4. This is the Taoist temple of the Taoist Queen Mother. There are many female Taoist priests. The law items have been circulated for more than ten times without opening the door. You can ask the Taoist priest for the law items in the main hall. There are combs, hanging ropes, etc., and Wangmu Pond spring water is in the side hall. There are many locals who will go to the spring outside the hall to fetch water. The key point is that there is no ticket and no charge. It takes about ten minutes to stroll around. There are no snacks around, at the foot of Mount Tai. Friends with faith must go! It is said to be very responsive.

We always thought Taishan's majesty was only in its stone inscriptions and stele forest, until following a faint fragrance into Wangmu Pool, where we discovered an even more breathtaking winter charm hidden in this ancient courtyard—a 600-year-old wintersweet tree blooming bravely in the cold, its golden petals frosted, the delicate scent drifting over red walls and black tiles, as if stepping into a celestial courtyard from "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio." 🌸 Ancient Plum Elegance, A Glance Through a Millennium This wintersweet was planted in the early Ming Dynasty, its gnarled branches like coiled dragons and jade pillars, bursting into golden armor every cold winter. In the morning light, the petals are translucent like amber; at dusk, the subtle fragrance floats like drifting threads, even the fallen blossoms on the bluestone steps seem sprinkled with gold dust. The old tree and new flowers complement each other, showing both the strength of time and the beauty of life in full bloom. No wonder the ancients praised it as "not of the mortal world, transplanted from the moon." 📍 Fragrance-Seeking Guide, Ready to Go · Location: Inside Wangmu Pool Scenic Area, Taishan District, Tai'an City (about 1.5 km from Hongmen Trailhead, accessible by Bus No. 3) · Blooming Period: Mid-January to late February (peak bloom lasts about 15 days; recommended to visit on weekday mornings to avoid crowds) · Admission: 5 RMB per person (includes access to Wangmu Pool ancient architecture complex, excellent value) · Special Experiences: ✅ Tea under the ancient plum tree: The poolside teahouse offers Taishan Daughter Tea paired perfectly with plum blossom cake ✅ Photo with red walls: The blue tiles and white walls with golden wintersweet create a stunning traditional Chinese backdrop ✅ Listen to the spring and watch the fish: Koi carp in Wangmu Pool alongside wintersweet, full of Zen atmosphere ⚠️ Insider Tips 1. Off-peak strategy: Before 7:30 AM or after 4:00 PM for the softest light, perfect for capturing "scattered shadows" masterpieces 2. Outfit suggestion: Wear Hanfu or plain-colored coats, and a wool hat to match the ancient architecture vibe 3. Deep exploration: After visiting the ancient plum, you can also visit Puzhao Temple (home to Six Dynasties pine and Mosong Tower) 4. Food bonus: Try the Taishan Three Delicacies Soup and fried mint leaves at "Old County Courtyard" outside the pool When the north wind sweeps past Daizong Archway, this old plum has already waited six centuries. It has witnessed imperial ceremonies and heard elegant gatherings of scholars composing poems. Today, it continues to write the legend of the "Three Friends of Winter" with its golden brilliance. This winter, why not leave the noise behind and come to Wangmu Pool for a timeless floral rendezvous?