Zibo

Zibo (淄博 Zībó) is a city of 4.5 million people (2010) in Shandong. It is a manufacturing center, particularly of ceramics.

By plane
Zibo is a 90-minute drive from Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport. The airport bus is available in front of the Zibo Rose Hotel near the railway station. There are eight buses daily, which make airport runs between 05:20 to 17:00. Jinan Yaoqiang Airport has also begun construction of the Luzhong Passenger Terminal in Zibo City which is located on the first floor of the Guomao Mansion in northern Liuquan Lu (Zhangdian District).

By bus
Zibo's long-distance bus station is at 22 Xingyuan Xi Lu, Zhangdian District. Buses to Tai'an, (where Mt. Tai is located) depart every 30 minutes.

By train
Trains provide the most convenient and inexpensive mode of transportation to Mt. Tai. About 15 trains run to and from the mountain, making stops in Zibo. The journey to Mt. Tai from Zibo takes about two hours, with tickets at ¥14-87.



Linzi District
Linzi is a district of Zibo far to the east of the city centre; it is located where the ancient state of Qi once had their capital city.



Eat
Zibo Fried Pork (淄博炸肉): A traditional delicacy in Zibo, this dish involves slicing pork and deep-frying it to a crisp, complemented by a special sauce for a delightful and crunchy taste.

Zhangdian Sesame Cake (张店烧饼): A local specialty snack in Zibo, Zhangdian Sesame Cake is known for its crispy crust and rich fillings.

Jinxiang Big Steamed Bun (金乡大馒头): Originating from Jinxiang County in Zibo, the large steamed bun is characterized by its voluminous size and soft texture, making it a traditional breakfast choice for locals.

Zibo Beef Offal Skewers (淄博牛杂): A distinctive grilled snack in Zibo, beef offal is skewered and grilled until golden and crispy, then coated with a special sauce.

Zhangqiu Meatballs (章丘肉丸): A specialty in Zhangqiu District of Zibo, these meatballs are made from high-quality pork and seasoned with traditional spices.

Zibo Bean Sprouts (淄博豆芽): The bean sprouts produced in Zibo are crunchy, tender, and fragrant, making them a commonly used ingredient in local cuisine.

Zichuan Sugar Fire Cake (淄川糖火烧): A traditional pastry from Zichuan District, Zibo, Sugar Fire Cake boasts a sweet and soft interior encased in a crispy outer layer.

Drink


齐王府-QiWangFu Night Club is a popular nightclub. Taxi drivers are all familiar so getting there should not be a problem. Entrance is usually free for ladies and ¥10-20 for men. Referred to as 'bouncy club' by foreigners in this city. It can be lots of fun if you like dancing. Bigger dance floor than the average Chinese nightclub lots of Chinese techno and drinks aren't too cheap but locals usually head there after they have already done most of their drinking. There are usually games or competitions in between the dancing hosted by the local emcees.