Qingdao, China Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels Worldwide

The translation of the name of Qingdao means The Green Island and this is what greets you when you choose this location for your next vacation. It is easy to see where the city gets its name from the many plants and green fields in the mountain valley. You won't have any difficulty arriving at this exotic location with ferries running regularly from Japan and South Korea. There is also an international airport served by domestic as well as international airlines with connections from all over the country.

In Qingdao, you will find one of the largest seaports in China. The architectural features of the buildings are very unique showing influences from all over the world and in various time periods. The cuisine of the city is mainly Shandong and the International Beer Festival is an annual event that draws thousands of visitors.

The excellent weather makes Qingdao the perfect vacation destination. There are numerous parks and benches where you can sit and relax as you take in the sights. Visit Ba Da Guan, an older part of the city, to see some of the German architecture that has survived for centuries. It consists of eight streets named after military forts of the past. There are many European style homes dating back to before the First World War. Laoshan is a famous Taoist mountain where you can visit two temples. There is also a famous tree on this mountain that is said to bring good luck to those seeking money.

The only Buddhist Temple in Qingdao is located on the southern side of the Zhanshan Mountain facing the sea. There are a number of buildings in this temple complex, including a Buddhist library of scripture and a large Yaoshi stupa. Walk the Zhan Pier, which is a strip that stretches for 440 meters into the sea. At the end of the pier, you can see the Billow Returning Tower, which is an eight-sided pavilion.

The seafood served in the restaurants of Qingdao is one meal you cannot miss. Delight in the amenities offered in the hotels and join with the locals when you explore what Qingdao has to offer at night. The wealth of attractions and activities will not leave any time for boredom.