PIAN AI RESTAURANT

Fried chicken is one of the signature dishes of this restaurant. The chicken is free-range chicken raised locally, and the meat is firm and elastic. Each fried chicken is cooked to order, ensuring the freshness and taste of the food. The clever combination of chili, pepper and other spices not only enhances the layering of the dish, but also allows people to feel the unique local flavor of Tai'an while enjoying the delicious food. The other side dishes are a bit salty, but this is a common problem of Shandong cuisine. If you are in Tai'an and looking for an authentic fried chicken experience, this restaurant is definitely not to be missed.

I like fried chicken the most, it is tender and delicious.

Suitable for: Independent travelers, families, and mountaineering enthusiasts Theme: Climbing Mount Tai + Cultural Experience + Foodie Dinner 📅 Itinerary Overview Day 1: Arrive in Tai'an → Dai Temple → Night Climb at Hongmen Day 2: Sunrise at Mount Tai → Descend and Rest → Tai'an Old Street Day 3: Mount Culai/Sun Tribe → Return 💰 Budget (2 people) Transportation: 800 RMB (High-speed rail/Self-drive) Accommodation: 600 RMB (2 nights in a budget hotel) Entrance fees: 700 RMB (Mount Tai + Dai Temple + optional attractions) Food and Beverage: 800 RMB (including special meals and snacks) Other: 1,100 RMB (cable car, souvenirs, emergency supplies) 📍 Daily Itinerary Day 1: Cultural Experience + Night Climb at Mount Tai Morning: High-speed rail arrives in Tai'an (about 2-3 hours from Beijing/Shanghai, one-way ticket price 200-400 RMB/person). Check into a hotel (recommended near Hongmen at the foot of Mount Tai, such as the Taishan Impression Hotel, approximately 300 RMB/night). Afternoon: Dai Temple (admission 20 RMB/person): A historical and cultural landmark in Tai'an, experience the culture of imperial enshrinement. 2-hour visit. Dinner: Taishan Tofu Banquet (recommended "Shandong Cuisine" dish, 60 RMB per person). Evening: Night Climb Mount Tai (admission 115 RMB/person, half price for students): Depart from Hongmen at 10:00 PM, approximately 5-6 hours to the summit (bring a flashlight and a light down jacket). Supply points along the way: Mineral water 5 RMB/bottle, instant noodles 15 RMB. Day 2: Mount Tai Sunrise + Relaxation Morning: Arrive at Sun Viewing Peak or Jade Emperor Summit at 5:30 AM and await sunrise (check the weather in advance). Descending the mountain, you can choose between a cable car (Zhongtianmen to Tianwai Village, one-way 100 RMB/person) and a scenic bus (35 RMB/person). Noon: Return to the hotel for a nap. Lunch: Takeout or a light meal (30 RMB per person). Evening: Tai'an Old Street: Free night market. Recommended snacks: Taishan Fire Roasted Buns (3 RMB/piece), Scallion Pancakes (10 RMB). Enjoy the popular light show at the "Aegean Shopping Park." Day 3: Choose between nature and amusement park. Option A: Mount Culai (Free): 30-minute drive, followed by a hike for oxygen therapy. Suitable for those who prefer a quiet escape. Option B: Sun Tribe (160 RMB/person): Prehistoric cultural theme park, featuring a 4D cinema, rafting, and more (suitable for children). Return: Return by high-speed train or self-drive in the afternoon. 🍜 Food Recommendations Must-Try List: Taishan Three Beauties (cabbage, tofu, and water, light and delicious). Fried Chicken (recommended at "Pian Ai Fried Chicken Restaurant," 50 RMB per person). Huangjing Pork Knuckle (a nourishing specialty dish). ⚠️ Notes Gloves and non-slip shoes are required for night hikes on Mount Tai. Parkas are available for rental at the summit for 30 yuan each. Budget flexibility is possible, such as choosing a youth hostel (100 yuan/night) or reducing cable car fares. Book Dai Temple and Mount Tai tickets in advance (limited capacity during peak season). Total cost for two people: approximately 3,800 yuan, with 200 yuan reserved for emergencies. I hope this guide helps you enjoy Tai'an! 🌄 Feel free to let me know if you need to adjust any details. #ClimbTaishan #TheMostBeautifulMountTaishan #HowToTai'an

Suitable for: Students and budget-conscious travelers seeking value for money while balancing natural beauty with cultural experiences. 📅 Itinerary Overview Day 1: Hike to Mount Tai's Red Gate (Night Climb to Watch the Sunrise) Day 2: Dai Temple + Tai'an Old Street + Mount Tai'an City Day 3: Caishixi Stream/Puzhao Temple (Return Trip) 💰 Budget (Total Approximately 950 RMB) Items Expense (Per Person) Notes Transportation 200 RMB Round-trip train hard seat/second-class high-speed rail seat Accommodation 150 RMB Two nights at a youth hostel/budget hotel Food 200 RMB Snacks and light meals Entrance fees 150 RMB Combined Mount Tai and Dai Temple Ticket Other 250 RMB Cash for the cable car/snacks/souvenirs 📝 Detailed Itinerary Day 1: Night Climb Mount Tai to Watch the Sea of ​​Clouds at Sunrise Morning: Arrive in Tai'an. We recommend taking the high-speed rail (Jinan to Tai'an, 20 minutes, 30 RMB) or a hard seat train (e.g., Beijing to Mount Tai, 93 RMB for a hard seat). Afternoon: Check into a youth hostel at the foot of Mount Tai (we recommend the Taishan International Youth Hostel, 50 RMB per person per night), rest, and purchase hiking supplies (flashlight, hiking poles, snacks). Evening: 10:00 PM: Hike from the Red Gate entrance (admission: 115 RMB, student ticket: 57 RMB), approximately 5-6 hours. Tips: Pack light as you ascend the mountain. Prices at supply points along the way are for reference only (water: 5 RMB/bottle, instant noodles: 15 RMB). Day 2: Dai Temple and the Bustling Old Street Morning: 5:30 AM: Arrive at Riguan Peak/Yuhuangding to watch the sunrise. After taking photos, walk to Nantianmen. You can take the cable car down the mountain (Zhongtianmen Cableway: 100 RMB/one-way, saving energy). Morning: 9:00 AM: After descending the mountain, visit the Dai Temple (included in the Taishan combined ticket; separate ticket: 20 RMB). Admire the historical inscriptions and ancient cypress trees. Afternoon: 2:00 PM: Lunch at Tai'an Old Street (free). Shandong pancakes (5 RMB) and the Taishan tofu banquet (30 RMB per person) are recommended. 4:00 PM: Visit Taishan Xiucheng (free) to explore the Republican-style streets, with an evening light show. Day 3: Lesser-known attractions + return trip Morning: Option A: Caishi Creek (a free attraction on the back of Mount Tai, accessible directly by bus No. 2), perfect for photos and water play. Option B: Puzhao Temple (10 RMB admission), a tranquil and Zen-inspired temple, home to Feng Yuxiang's former residence. Afternoon: Purchase souvenirs before returning (a Taishan stone talisman ornament (10 RMB), a can of Taishan tea (30 RMB per person). 🍜 Recommended Food (20-30 RMB per person per meal) The Three Beauties of Mount Tai: Cabbage + Tofu + Water (a local specialty, light and delicious). Taishan Fire Roasted Buns: Crispy and salty, 3 RMB per piece. Shandong Cuisine Restaurant: Recommended: "Pian Ai Fried Chicken Restaurant," authentic fried chicken for 40 yuan per person. ⚠️ Notes For night hikes on Mount Tai, bring a windproof jacket (temperatures fluctuate dramatically at the summit) and wear non-slip sneakers. If you're on a tight budget, hike the entire route and save on the cable car. Check the weather in advance; be cautious about night hikes on rainy days. Follow this guide, 1,000 yuan is enough to experience the essence of Mount Tai's nature and culture. Be flexible and save even more! 🌄 #TaishanTravelGuide #TaishanSunriseCloudSea #Tai'anColorfulStoneStream #Tai'anDai Temple

Itinerary: Cultural History, Natural Wonders, Culinary Feasts, and a Route Without Turning Back Day 1: Exploring Ancient Charm: Dai Temple Old Street and Underground Wonders Dai Temple Route: Dai Temple → Tai'an Old Street (Lunch) → Tai'an Underground Dragon Palace → Fengshan Ceremony Performance Morning: Dai Temple Begin your journey at Dai Temple, the starting point for emperors' Fengshan ceremonies on Mount Tai. Its red walls and yellow tiles hold a thousand years of history. Don't miss the Song Dynasty murals in Tianfu Hall and the "Hanbai Linghan" (Hanbai Linghan) in Hanbai Courtyard. Climb to the summit of Zhengyang Gate for a panoramic view of Mount Tai's South Gate, giving you a foretaste of the majesty of the "First Mountain Under Heaven." Lunch: Tai'an Old Street Tai'an Old Street A 10-minute walk to the old street, where authentic food stalls flank the bluestone pavement. Must-try items include the Three Delicacies of Mount Tai (cabbage and tofu soup with pancakes), crispy wild vegetable steamed bread, and a warming bowl of Dongping Lake fish soup. Afternoon: Tai'an Underground Dragon Palace Take a 20-minute taxi ride to the Underground Dragon Palace (admission fee 80 yuan). Then, take a boat trip through a 3,000-meter underground river, where stalactites swirl like giant dragons, and illuminated by lights, it creates a magical world. Evening: Fengshan Ceremony Performance Arrive at Tianzhu Peak Scenic Area at 7:30 PM for the immersive live-action performance "The Fengshan Ceremony of Mount Tai" (admission fee 198 yuan). Lights blend with the mountain to recreate the grand ceremony of the Qin and Han dynasties. Overnight at a B&B near Tianwai Village. Day 2: Summit of Mount Tai, Hongmen Summit, Sunset at Tianwai Route: Hongmen → Zhongtianmen → Eighteen Bends → Nantianmen → Yuhuangding → Descend from Tianwai Village Depart from Hongmen at 6:30 AM This classic hike features numerous inscriptions along the way, passing Doumu Palace and Jingshiyu, allowing you to experience a story with every step. 10:00 AM Refuel at Zhongtianmen Buy a Taishan traditional popsicle and gaze at the rolling sea of ​​clouds above the mountains. Those less energetic can take the cable car (100 RMB) directly to Nantianmen. 12:00 PM Conquer the Eighteen Bends The 1,600 steps will test your perseverance. Hold on to the handrails and look back at the "Sky Gate Ladder" as it seems to hang from the sky. 2:00 PM Scenic Views at Yuhuangding Climb to the 1,545-meter summit, touch the "Five Sacred Mountains" stone carving, and overlook the vast land of Qi and Lu. Descend the mountain by taking the Taohuayu Cable Car or walking to Tianwai Village for a bus ride (30 RMB). Evening: Tianwai Village Cuisine After descending the mountain, head straight to Taishan Fried Chicken Restaurant for a spicy firewood-fried chicken with corn tortillas! Day 3: Fantasy Paradise, Prehistoric Tribe, and West Lake at Night Mount Taishan West Lake Route: Sun Tribe → West Taishan West Lake → Tai'an Fantawild (optional) Morning: Sun Tribe Travel back to prehistoric times (ticket price: 120 RMB), experience the "Nuwa Mending the Sky" 5D cinema, get wet and scream in the "Prehistoric Rafting" ride, and bring children to the "Primitive Tribe" interactive area. Lunch: Stoneware Restaurant within the scenic area We recommend the stone pot tribal rice: venison stewed with wild mushrooms and whole grain steamed buns. Afternoon: Mount Taishan West Lake Drive 15 minutes to West Lake (free), rent a bicycle, and circle the lake. In the autumn, reeds sway, and the distant mountains are azure. Climb Wenchang Pavilion to watch the sunset, the lake ablaze with gold. Evening: Fantawild Night Show (optional) If you're feeling energetic, enjoy a night tour of Fantawild (ticket price: 99 RMB after 6:00 PM), where a fireworks show lights up the night sky above the castle. Day 4: Peach Blossom Land, Water Margin Film Studio, Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms Route: Dongping Water Margin Film Studio → Liutai Peach Blossom Land (self-drive/charter recommended) Morning: Dongping Water Margin Film Studio 1.5-hour drive to the film studio (admission 60 yuan). Dress in Song Dynasty costumes and stroll along Zishi Street. Watch the live-action performance of "Wu Song Fights the Tiger." Enjoy a delicious Water Margin bun at Sun Erniang's Baozi Shop. Lunch: Dongping Lake Whole Fish Banquet Enjoy a lakeside fisherman's feast: whitebait omelette, carp baked noodles, and a refreshing lotus leaf porridge. Afternoon: Liutai Peach Blossom Land A must-visit during March and April! Ten thousand acres of peach blossoms blaze in full bloom. Climb the observation deck to capture the sea of ​​pink. Outside of blooming season, visit the Feicheng Peach Culture Museum to make your own peachwood crafts. Return Trip Tips Tai'an High-Speed ​​Railway Station connects directly to Jinan (17 minutes). If you have time, you can visit Jinan Lingyan Temple (featuring the Tang Dynasty Buddha and painted arhat sculptures) to add a touch of Zen to your trip. Tai'an Travel Tips 1. Transportation: Taxis start at 7 yuan to reach city attractions; luggage can be stored at Hongmen on Mount Tai. Car rental is recommended for the Dongping Line. 2. Accommodation: Stay near the Old Street on the first day, Tianwai Village on the second day, and around West Lake on the third day. 3. Season: Peach Blossom Festival from March to April, Fengshan Ceremony performances from May to October, and Mount Tai's stunning snowy scenery in winter. 4. Souvenirs: Mount Tai stone talisman ornaments, peach wood swords, and Ningyang ceramic kiln tea sets. Mountains and rivers are like scrolls, and humanities are like poems. Four days in Tai'an will allow you to experience the heroic spirit of Fengshan, the exhilaration of the Jianghu, and the poetic beauty of Taoyuan.