Linyi, formerly known as Langya and Yizhou, is the core birthplace of Dongyi culture. As early as 200,000 years ago, human ancestors created an ancient civilization in Yimeng. It has a history of more than 3,000 years since the Western Zhou Dynasty, and the region has long been the seat of Xuzhou Cishi, Langya County, Donghai County, Yizhou Prefecture and other states, counties and governments.
Linyi has Mengshan, Daigu, Wang Xizhi's former residence, the underground grand canyon and other scenic spots, as well as historical celebrities such as Zhuge Liang, Wang Xizhi, Yan Zhenqing and Xiao Daocheng. Won the titles of the first batch of national logistics hubs, China's logistics capital, China's food capital, China's top ten ecologically livable demonstration cities, China's top ten cities with the most investment value, world water skiing city, UN's green industry platform, and national civilized city.
Linyi Baili Riverside Fitness Corridor was named "National Fitness Sports Demonstration Base" by the State Sports General Administration. In 20 14, the International Skating Federation awarded Linyi the honor of "World Water Skiing City" and became the venue of the world water skiing A-level events.
20 18 "China yi river Sports Festival" has been included in the implementation plan of the cooperation and development program of the Bohai Rim region, the 60 most influential events in the 40th anniversary of reform and opening up, and the transformation project of old and new kinetic energy in Shandong Province.