Chengziya Archaeological Site
城子崖遗址
The type site of the Longshan culture and an important site in the history of Chinese archaeology, where the site museum displays eggshell-thin black pottery.
Chengziya Site is in Longshan Subdistrict, Zhangqiu District. It was discovered in 1928, and excavations led by Chinese scholars in the 1930s established the name 'Longshan culture'. It is one of the important sites excavated independently by Chinese scholars and a National Key Cultural Relic Protection Unit. The site retains a cross-section of rammed-earth city walls, and the adjacent site museum displays Longshan artifacts, including the 'eggshell black pottery', and tells the story of the excavations. Admission is usually free with advance reservations required, and the museum is generally closed on Mondays; check official sources for details.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00, closed Mondays (check announcements)
Nearby sights
- Jinan Wildlife World
- Mingshui Ancient Town
- Sunac Land Jinan
- Baimai Spring
- Zhujiayu Ancient Village
- Jiurushan Waterfalls
- Shandong Museum
- Shandong Art Museum