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 3000 years since the city was built in the Western Zhou Dynasty. This area has long been the location of Xuzhou Secretariat, Langya County, Donghai County and Yizhou.
There are places of interest such as Mengshan, Daigu, Wang Xizhi's former residence, Linyi Underground Grand Canyon, and historical celebrities such as Zhuge Liang, Wang Xizhi, Yan Zhenqing and Xiao Daocheng. Won the first batch of national logistics hubs, China's logistics capital, China's food capital, China's top ten eco-livable demonstration cities, China's top ten cities with the most investment value, the world's sliding cities, the United Nations green industry platform and the national civilized cities.
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 world A-class water skiing venue.
In 20 18, "China yi river Sports Festival" was included in the implementation plan of the cooperation and development program of the Bohai Rim region, the 60 most influential activities in the 40th anniversary of reform and opening up, and the transformation project of old and new kinetic energy in Shandong Province.