Jinan Five Dragon Pool Spring Flower Viewing Guide: Eat, Drink, Photograph, and Play All in One Go

| Eat, Drink, Photograph, and Play All in One Go. Five Dragon Pool in spring is full of flowers and a flower viewing paradise that Jinan locals can't miss. This guide takes you around Five Dragon Pool, with flower viewing, food, drink, and photo opportunities! I. Flower Viewing Guide Cherry Blossoms - Flowering period: Mid-March to mid-April, with the peak blooming period from the end of March to the beginning of April. They are currently in full bloom one after another. - Best viewing spots: - Oshima cherry blossom forest near the East Gate: The flowers are lush and the trees are dense, creating a cherry blossom avenue feel. - Cherry Blossom Garden north of Mingshi Pavilion: The spring, cherry blossoms, and pavilion complement each other, creating a stunning picture. Crabapple - Flowering period: Late March to late April - Best viewing spots: - Yiquan Square, weeping crabapple near Qingquan Shishangliu: The flowers hang down like a pink waterfall. - Crabapple on the east side of the pool: Complements the green pool water, full of ancient charm. II. Food and Drink Recommendations - Cherry blossom delicacies: During the Cherry Blossom Festival, there are special desserts such as cherry blossom cakes and cherry blossom ice cream, which are very attractive and can be bought in the market corridor. - Spring water tea: Sit under a crabapple tree and enjoy a cup of fragrant tea brewed with spring water. - Nearby food: - Jubao Yuan: The copper pot mutton is a must. The mutton is freshly cut and cooked in Baotu Spring water. You need to queue up during meal times. - Braised pork: A must-eat in Jinan. The Chaoyixing, Wuyue Temple, and Zanjia Wang Xinguo braised pork restaurants near Five Dragon Pool are very authentic. III. Photography Tips - Composition: - Use the foreground: Use cherry blossom or crabapple branches as the foreground to frame ancient buildings or pool water to increase the sense of layering. - Symmetrical composition: Take the water surface as the axis of symmetry by the pool to shoot symmetrical flower trees and reflections. - Light: - Morning or evening: Soft light creates a romantic atmosphere and makes the petals more transparent. - Backlight shooting: Outline the contours of the flowers and highlight the texture. - Dress: - Light-colored Hanfu: Adapted to the ancient style scene, it is like traveling through time under the cherry tree. - Fresh school uniform or Japanese uniform: Take Japanese fresh style photos. IV. Play Notes - Transportation: Parking spaces are limited around the area, so it is recommended to travel green. Buses are available. - Flowering period: The flowering period is affected by the weather. You can pay attention to official news before traveling. - Enjoy flowers in a civilized manner: Do not break flower branches or litter. V. Play Tips - Tour route: Enter from the South Gate, first enjoy the cherry blossoms, stroll along the pool to the east to see the crabapples, and finally exit from the East Gate. - Photo time: There are fewer people on working day mornings, so you can take pictures to your heart's content. - Featured activities: During the Cherry Blossom Festival, there are cultural and creative markets and Sino-Western performances. There are also folk and Western instrument performances every Saturday and Sunday. Come to Five Dragon Pool for a romantic spring date! 🌸