Jinan is Shandong’s transportation hub, and is easily reachable by all major forms of transportation. Jinan’s civil aviation flights regularly fly to Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and other major tourism cities in China. Over 30 high-speed trains pass ... Read More>>

Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA) is the largest airport in the province, the second largest in eastern China, and the hub for all air traffic through the region. There are over 50 domestic air routes, including daily flights to Beijing (1 hr), ... Read More>>

As the capital city of Shandong province, Jinan can offer pleasure seekers more than they might expect. As the economy in Jinan has boomed, karaoke clubs, pubs, bars and coffee shops have sprung up all over town becoming popular with students and white ... Read More>>

Bus lines in Jinan cover most of the city, but although the bus numbers are written in Western characters, the routes are only displayed in Chinese: if you can't read Chinese, you'll have to get used to asking bus drivers and locals for help as you travel ... Read More>>

With several major cross-country highways passing through Jinan, bus travel is a viable option for most long and short distance journeys from Jinan within China. There are six main long-distance bus stations in Jinan which make road transportation to and ... Read More>>

Like most Chinese cities, the bar scene in Jinan is still developing. As the economy grows, the selection of bars and nightspots has been improving, but there is still a way to go. That being said, there are a number of decent spots in the city to have a ... Read More>>

Jinan's ancient territory borders the sea, mountains and plains. There was (and still is) a variety of produce and meat from all of these regions available in the city, allowing for a unique and diverse cuisine to develop. As the style gained prominence it ... Read More>>

Jinan has a long history and remains a culturally important city, highly-touted by the State Council as one of the nation's ''Spring Cities'' because of its pleasant weather. Located in western Shandong Province near Taishan (a UNESCO World Heritage site), ... Read More>>

Jinan is the capital of the eastern province of Shandong. The economic and political power of the region has been located here since the Han Dynasty. Jinan is known as "Spring City" thanks to an abundance of natural springs in the area. The most ... Read More>>

Quancheng Lu Commercial Street 泉城路商业街 Like Nanjing Lu in Shanghai and Wangfujing in Beijing, Quancheng Lu is Jinan’s major shopping street, and the oldest central commercial block in Jinan. During the Ming Dynasty, it was the city’s main ... Read More>>

Jinan is the capital of Shandong Province, and is a fairly large city of about six million people, where most items can be found. There are 15 large shops that are designated by the government as specializing in the tourist trade, as well as countless ... Read More>>

Three passenger railway stations serve Jinan: Jinan Railway Station, Jinan West Railway Station and Jinan East Railway Station. Read More>>

Sweet and Sour Yellow River Carp (Tangcu Huanghe Liyu) 糖醋黄河鲤鱼 Nine Turn Pig’s Intestine (Jiuzhuan Dachang) 九转大肠 Scallion Flavored Sea Cucumber (Congshao Haishen) 葱烧海参 Jinan Roasted Duck (Jinan Kaoya) 济南烤鸭 Quick-fried Kidney (Baochao ... Read More>>

Sitting in the warm temperate zone of China, Jinan has a continental monsoon climate, with four well defined seasons. In January, average minimum temperatures can drop to around -6C (21.2F), rising in summer to average maximums of 34C (93.2F) in July. ... Read More>>

• GDP: RMB 440 billion (2011) • Per Capita Disposable Income of Urban Residents: RMB 28,866 (2011) • Economic Growth Rate: 10.5% (2011) • Resident Population: 6.81million (2010) • Unemployment Rate: 4% (2011) • Enrollment Rate ... Read More>>

Quancheng Steamed Stuffed Bun (Quancheng Dabao) 泉城大包 Caobao Steamed Dumpling (Caobao Baozi) 草包包子 You Xuan 油旋 Five Kernel Cake (Wu Ren Bao) 五仁包 Huangjia Roasted Pork (Huangjia Kaorou) 黄家烤肉 Tiantian Fried Chicken (Tiantain Zhaji) 天天炸鸡 ... Read More>>

The population of Jinan is 6.81 (2010) million. There are 3.42 million males, accounting for 50.25% of the total resident population and 3.39 million females, accounting for 49.75%. There are small populations of Hui, Manchu, Mongol, Korean and Hani in the ... Read More>>

Jinan Embroidery (Lu Xiu) 鲁绣 Dough Modeling (Mian Shu) 面塑 Wooden Fish Stone (Mu Yu Shi) 木鱼石 Black Pottery (Hei Tao) 黑陶 E Jiao 阿胶 Persimmons (Da He Shi) 大盒柿 Jinan Embroidery (Lu Xiu) 鲁绣 Jinan or Lu embroidery is a famous local art form, ... Read More>>

The seasons in Jinan are well defined and the weather is reasonably easy to predict. The winter average minimum is around -6C (20F) in January. Summer heats up to an average maximum of 34C (93F) in July 29C. The rainiest months are July and August. Many ... Read More>>

Furong Jie Snack Street 芙蓉街小吃街 A typical old-style snack street, most types of local snacks can be found here. It is the only commercial street in Jinan that dates from the late Ming Dynasty, and is one of the busiest streets in Old Jinan. Read More>>

The most famous attraction of Jinan is undoubtedly Tai Mountain, the most revered of China's five sacred mountains, located about 75km southeast of the city. The ascent of the peak is an enormously popular activity, and its religious significance has drawn ... Read More>>

China Country Code Number: 0086 Jinan City Code Number: 0531 Emergency & Most Commonly Used Fire: 119 First Aid: 120 Police Station: 110 Check Telephone Number: 114 Telephone Failure Complaining (free): 112 Weather Report: 12121 Report a Traffic ... Read More>>

Taxis are a cheap option in Jinan. Fares start at 7.5 RMB, which covers the first 3 kilometers of your trip. There is also a fuel surcharge of 0.5 RMB with a surcharge of 1.2 RMB for every additional kilometer. If you do not speak Chinese, ensure that you ... Read More>>

When renting a car, a Chinese license is required, so foreigners are advised to engage a local driver. Rental requirements include a passport and a sizable deposit. Visitors are advised to make an advance reservation during holiday periods. Read More>>