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Tribute to the God of Mt. Tai
Built in style of an imperial palace, the Dai Temple is where the ancient emperors made sacrifices to the God of Mt. Tai.

Four Seasons on the "Eastern Mountain"
Mt. Taishan displays different kinds of beauty in different seasons, but they're equally charming.

Recommended Itinerary
Golden Tourist Route of Shandong: "Mountain, Water and Sage" in central Shandong.

Mt. Taishan, A Mortal Man in an Immortal Land
We are plunging fast into a milky abyss, along with my heart.

Confucius said when standing on the top of Mt. Tai, you'll feel the earth become smaller. Since the Qin Dynasty (221-206 BC), Mount Tai, as the royal object of cult, was the venue where past emperors used to worship Heaven and Earth. Countless literati have left inscriptions and steles there, giving it the reputation as "A Natural Museum of History and Art".

[Ctrip Destinations Guide] Mt.Tai	[Easy Travel]Shanghai Trip
[Multimedia]Confucius' Hometown	[Multimedia] Penglai Fairyland

Travel Tips

The trip up to the peak of Mountain Tai starts from the central city of Tai'an.	It's possible to complete the trip up the Mountain within a day, and many travelers choose to stay in Taian.	Anyone attempting the hike therefore, must come prepared for all seasons, as the climate is unpredictable.
Mount Tai towers imposingly above Taian city, a major stop on the Shanghai-Beijing rail route.	There are various cheap and cheerful places to grab a bite on the way up Mount Tai and on Heavenly Street.	Visitors to Mountain Tai can buy local specialties at the foot or in the Heaven Street.