Zaozhuang is famous for another reason. Many coal mines have been developed there. During Jiaqing period of Qing Dynasty, many villagers dug coal in Zaozhuang, which also brought a lot of income to local villagers. Coupled with the government's encouragement and support, Li Hongzhang established Zhongxing Coal Mine Company in Shandong, with Zaozhuang as the location. Zaozhuang gradually prospered because of the development of coal mines, which also promoted the development of the surrounding economy. 196 1 Zaozhuang has become a municipality directly under the central government of Shandong Province, with a good economic development and a very important position in Shandong Province.
Secondly, Zaozhuang is an important military point, where both the Flying Tigers and Taierzhuang fought. Zaozhuang is a vital military location during the Anti-Japanese War, and it is also a world-famous unyielding place for the Chinese nation. At the beginning, the Flying Tigers during the Anti-Japanese War started broadcasting in Zaozhuang, which was a great success. Coupled with the victory of Taierzhuang War, Zaozhuang became the former site of the anti-Japanese base area and the hometown of heroes. Although many sites were destroyed by the enemy, in the hearts of China people, Zaozhuang is a historical witness of War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, which also makes us proud of China.
Thirdly, Zaozhuang is an ancient oriental water city with many tourist attractions worth visiting. For example, the quaint Lunan Watertown is a 4A-level tourist attraction in China. The villagers live by the water, and their style is simple and elegant, which attracts many tourists. There is also the Taierzhuang War Memorial Hall, which is a national 5A-level scenic spot. It was built to commemorate the heroes of the Anti-Japanese War, and it is also worth visiting.