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 .