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Qingdao City |
An
important coastal
city in the east of China
Qingdao is a
key economic center and open coastal city in China famous for its
cultural heritage and eye-catching scenery.
Qingdao is one of
the country’s fourteen open coastal cities and one of the eight cities
authorized to hold international conferences.
Qingdao is one
of China’s main ports for foreign trade. Qingdao is an important base
for ocean research in China.
Geographic location and
natural environment
Qingdao is located
at the southern tip of the Shandong Peninsula (35°35' ~ 37°09'N,
119°30'~ 121°00'E). A unique blend of sea and mountains and a pleasant
climate make Qingdao extraordinary.
Qingdao has a total coastline
(including its islands) of 870 kilometers, 730 kilometers of which are
continental coastline, accounting for one fourth of the total length in
Shandong. There are numerous capes and coves along the tortuous
coastline.
Qingdao has 7 urban districts and 5
county-level cities under its jurisdiction with a total area of 10,654
square kilometers and a population of 7,156,500. The urban area
measures 1,102 square kilometers and urban residents total 2,41,740.
Qingdao lies in the north temperate zone
and has a temperate
monsoon climate. Under the direct influence of the southeastern monsoon
and the sea currents and tides, the urban area of the city has marked
marine climatic features - humid air, mild temperature and clear-cut
seasons. In spring, the weather becomes warmer slowly, usually one
month later than the inland areas. It is humid and rainy in summer, and
cool and dry in autumn. Winter here is long and usually windy and
frigid .
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