Discover Shandong's countryside charm in early autumn

Are you looking for a refreshing autumn getaway? From tea gardens and lakeside villages to islands and mountain valleys, Shandong's countryside offers you a chance to slow down and enjoy unique rural experiences.

Metasequoia trees line a road in Aojiaoshi village, Qingdao. [Photo/WeChat account: sdswltwx]

In Qingdao's Aojiaoshi village, you can explore a 600-year-old settlement surrounded by tea fields, rivers, and metasequoia trees. Stroll along the riverside, experience tea picking and tea making, and taste local specialties such as tea-flavored dumplings.

Surrounded by rolling hills, Longziyu village in Zibo offers a scenic retreat blending nature and rural charm. [Photo/WeChat account: sdswltwx]

Longziyu village in Zibo combines natural scenery with artistic rural living. Surrounded by mountains and streams, the village is home to the picturesque Longzi Lake, creative cultural spaces and cozy countryside homestays.

Sangdao village in Yantai reveals its unique island landscape shaped by volcanic eruptions. [Photo/WeChat account: sdswltwx]

Sangdao village in Yantai offers a different coastal experience. It is a unique escape where you can explore a volcanic island landscape, walk along coastal paths, watch the sunset, and experience traditional fishing culture.

A giant natural rock resembling a sleeping turtle rests quietly among the mountains in Xiashipeng village, Weihai. [Photo/WeChat account: sdswltwx]

Hidden in the mountains of Weihai, Xiashipeng village is known for its traditional stone houses and lanes. With streams flowing through the valley, the village provides a peaceful summer retreat while also preserving many historical sites dating back to eight and nine decades ago.

（chinadaily.com.cn）