Before a barbecue craze swept through the city of Zibo in east China's Shandong Province and became its new attraction, it was known as the home of the ancient state of Qi and the capital of porcelain. With a history of over 3,000 years, the city's heritage runs deep. However, most tourists who flock to Zibo for its barbecue are probably unaware of these facts. Local authorities have wasted no time in expanding its reputation as a tourist destination. Huang Yichang has more from Zibo.