Qingdao

  • Qingdao is located to the southeast of Beijing in the province of Shandong, where some German influence still remains as it was leased out to Germany in 1897. The fourth Chinese port, it is also one of the most popular Chinese seaside resorts, with its six beaches. It is also here that the famous ?Tsingtao' Chinese beer is made, in the best of German traditions....
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  • The former German concession still harbours numerous remains of houses with onion domes.
    © Zhang Chaoran / 123RF
  • Qingdao is a seaside city in northeastern China in the province of Shandong.
    © Zhang Chaoran / 123RF
  • Seafood lovers will appreciate the local fare in Qingdao
    © Zhang Chaoran / 123RF
  • The city is sometimes referred to as 'Little Switzerland of the East' because of its mild climate and its European-style constructions.
    © Zhang Chaoran / 123RF
  • This square located in the middle of the modern business district holds a statue called 'May Wind'.
    © Zhang Chaoran / 123RF
  • The water sports events of the 2008 Olympic Games took place in Qingdao.
    © Zhang Chaoran / 123RF
Amy Adejokun
Amy Adejokun Expert destination China

Qingdao is located to the southeast of Beijing in the province of Shandong, where some German influence still remains as it was leased out to Germany in 1897. The fourth Chinese port, it is also one of the most popular Chinese seaside resorts, with its six beaches. It is also here that the famous ?Tsingtao' Chinese beer is made, in the best of German traditions.

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