Few places in mainland China are more likely to make northern Californians feel at home than the city of Qingdao, located in the northeast province of Shandong. Wooded hillsides, separated by winding roads, are wreathed in moody fog. Foothills descend gently to the sea, sheltered beaches meander for miles and visitors can eat what is arguably some of the best seafood in China. Although the Central Business District (CBD) has gone modern, Qingdao has not lost its finely tuned sense of catering for travelers and backpackers alike.

infusing yourself in the beer street where you can enjoy the refreshing plasmogen beer. the way of manufacturing the beer is original from Germany recipe, i am sure foreign visitors will find the home—taste beer here definitely.



Qingdao translates to "Green Island," and while it is not entirely surrounded by the ocean, it is an island of relaxed living bathed in fresh sea breezes where the rich and famous from around the world still come to play.



This part of town faces Qingdao Bay to the south and is filled with old European history & architecture that depicts city’s international past, which is also my favorite spot.


the next time, after charging my energy, i decided to visit Mt. Laoshan..the mountain is characterized by the imposing canyon and undulating peaks and mystery mist.

Laoshan Mountain is said to be home of the "supernatural Spirits". It is the highest mountain along China＇s 18,000—kilometer—long coastline, as well as the only mountain whose peak is over 1000 meters along China coastline. In the old book "Qi Ji"(a record about China between BC 478— BC 221), there is a record of "Tai mountain is not higher than Laoshan Mountain along Yellow sea". The description is not for their real heights but focuses on their comparative grand impressions..



some lazybones may choose this transportation tools instead of being killed by the pain of the feet...



The springs and water are also very notable in Laoshan Mountain On a tip to the main peak, there is a spring named "Tianyi Spring". It is notable much. Other springs ,like "Shenshui Spring" of Taiqing Palace Tao Temple and "Shenshui Spring" of Shang Qing Palace Tao Temple. And Laoshan mineral water is a specialty of Laoshan Mountain. It is said the mineral water can be used to cure diseases.



And the Laoshan Beer, is lady＇s favour due to its light taste of alcohol~~!!



Some travel tips for visitors:

Mt. Laoshan is a tourist attraction on the outskirts of Qingdao, 30 kilometers away from the city proper. You can take tourist buses from Qingdao to Mt. Laoshan for one—day, two—day, or three—day trips.

There are also public bus routes going directly to different points of interest. There is Bus 104 from Taidong to Liuqing River, as well as Bus 110 from Taidong to Beijiushui, Bus 301 from Tuandao to Shazikou, Bus 304 from the Ferry Port to Yakou, Bus 311 from Tuandao to Beijiushui, Bus 312 from Tuandao to Yangkou, Bus 106 from Licun to Yakou, Bus 107 from Licun to Beijiushui, Bus 112 from Licun to Daglaoguan, Bus 113 from Licun to Liuqing River, and others.

At the Mt. Laoshan scenic resort, there are more than 40 hotels and restaurants of various quality, including the Jinshan Entertainment City and the Dongli Hotel in the Taiqing Scenic Area, the Yulong Hotel and the Dongxing Hotel in the Liuqing Scenic Area, the Haier Hill Village and the Donghai Pearl Hotel in the Yangkou Scenic Area, and Huaxing Hill Village and the Qingdao Daily Training Center in the Beijiushui Scenic Area.

The ticket prices are reasonable: 30 yuan to the Liuqing, Taiqing and Yangkou scenic areas; 15 yuan to the Beijiushui and Hualou scenic areas; 10 yuan to the Taiqing Palace; and 4 yuan each to the Shangqing Palace, the Mingxia Cave, and the Taiping Palace.


btw: i dont know how to upload the pic to my topic, it seems not working. please check my space if someone who is interested in seeing my travel pic and other stories.cheers~~

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Bruce Shaw's Travel Chinese

Lesson 1: Greeting and introduce yourself http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vUJY38uTQc

Lesson 2: Gifts http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xnpu9AuiTbI

Lesson 3: Shopping http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAwngI7odG4

Lesson 4: Public Traffic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CjzbimKJsKM

Lesson 5: Ask for Help http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBtNYJS2YeI

Lesson 6: Eating http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qTt2Tc6taVM

Lesson 7: Bars and Drinks http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_P4P01du_w

Lesson 8: Scenic Spots. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bm70sWb8hnE

Lesson 9: Weather http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rXOphYKY5a0

Lesson 10: Love http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2WskUryqxUA

Lesson 11: Sports http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyvACRYH-Do

Lesson 12: Cellphone and SIM Card http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8siO3H1pXfo

Special Section: How to say xiexie correctly. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVv3Ne7C7sk