Binzhou Prefecture boasts a long history and old civilization.
  As the birthplace of the Qi civilization and the Yellow River civilization,human beings lived here as early as Paleolithic Age.Many historical personages were born or lived in this land,such as Sun Wu-the Sage of Strategy,Fan Zhongyan-the famous politician in Song Dynasty,Tang Saier-the peasant uprising leader,Dong Yong-the filial son in Han Dynasty and etc.
  Besides, the prefecture is endowed with beautiful natural srcenery and modern constructions. With simple, homely and extraordinary customs, the Yellow River tourism has its unique features Known as the Huangshan in North Shandong. The southern mountainous region of Zouping pressents a picturesque landscape and is an ideal summer and holiday resort. Along the northern coast, there are the shell dyke and the Wangzi Island for seaseeing, and extensive hunting fields and race courses Huimin County, the hometown of the Sage of Strategy, has the exquisite and unique Sunzi Ancestral Residence. In addition, there many historic spots, such as Fan Zhongyan's Reading Cave in Zouping, the Weiji Landlord Manor - the solely existing castle styled one in China, etc.