Zhangzhuang Pomegranate Manor

Zhangzhuang Pomegranate Manor

Zhangzhuang Pomegranate Manor is situated by the Weishan Lake, in the hometown of the Railway Guerrillas, at the foot of Shengtu Mountain — the foremost peak in Xuecheng District, Zaozhuang City, Shandong Province. It lies to the west of Dianhan Highway, south of Tanshe Highway, and east of the Guanshi Pomegranate Garden in Yicheng, and is hailed as the western gateway to the Ten-Thousand-Mu Pomegranate Garden. Centered around Zhangzhuang Village and extending to five surrounding villages, the manor covers a total area of over 3,000 mu. Known for its abundant pomegranate production, it is honored as the “Pomegranate Manor.” The pomegranates here are famed for their large size, vibrant color, and delicious taste, and were listed as tribute fruits during the Ming and Qing dynasties. They have been showcased multiple times at national, provincial, municipal, and regional agricultural product exhibitions and fruit trade fairs. Experts have praised them as the “Finest of Shandong” and the “King of Fruits.” In 1991, Zhangzhuang Village was named a “Thousand-Trees Afforestation Model Village” by the National Afforestation Commission.

Zhangzhuang pomegranates have long enjoyed a great reputation. Natural springs form small basins, and the “red soil” created by weathered rock impacts is rich in organic matter. With fertile soil, abundant water, and a nourishing environment, the pomegranates grown here are notably large and brightly colored. Key premium varieties include “Dahongpao,” “Qingpitian,” and “Damaya.” According to the *Compendium of Materia Medica* and modern pharmacological research, pomegranate seeds contain 18 amino acids essential to the human body and are rich in invert sugar. Regular consumption can help relieve phlegm, combat hunger and thirst, beautify the skin, and promote longevity, which is why pomegranates are also called “Fruit of the Immortals.” The pomegranate manor offers scenic beauty in all seasons. In early spring, red sprouts cover the branches, with leaves hiding dewdrops; from May to June, thousands of acres blaze red while myriad trees show fresh green; in autumn, the pomegranate fruits hang heavy, glistening with crimson hues; and in winter, the twisted branches take on unique forms, creating distinctive natural landscapes. The ancient manor is home to many historic relics and beautiful legends that leave visitors in awe. The “Warning Temple” encourages kindness; the “Twin Dragon Cave” is a marvelous rocky grotto; the “Thousand-Year-Old Cypress” and the “Reclining Dragon Cypress,” having survived nearly a thousand years of vicissitudes, came back to life after withering and remain lush and leafy; the “Pomegranate Empress’s” nine stems and eighteen branches, though 300 years old, remain vigorous and fruitful. The jagged peaks of Shengshan Mountain are shrouded in white clouds, giving rise to the ancient saying, “When clouds rise from Shengshan, there’s no need to consult the gods…”

Address: Zhangzhuang Pomegranate Manor, Xuecheng District, Zaozhuang City

Business Hours: 24 hours

Suggested Visiting Time: About 5 hours

Featured Attractions: Pomegranate Trees

Supporting Facilities:

Dining available, average cost per person: 20 RMB

Guest rooms available, average price per person: 30 RMB