Young entrepreneurs revitalize old city area in Qingdao
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Young entrepreneurs revitalize old city area in Qingdao

China Daily  

When wandering through historic Shinan district in Qingdao, it is impossible not to notice the influx of young entrepreneurs, many of whom were bring in the 90s and 2000s, running trendy shops. Despite their youth, these shop owners possess significant entrepreneurial expertise and a deep respect for the architectural and cultural heritage of the old city area. One notable spot, the Lost and Found photo studio, has become a must-visit small shop in Qingdao, drawing over 500 daily visitors and peaking at 2,000-3,000 during the recent May Day holiday, generating an estimated 70,000 yuan in turnover per day. The studio's Polaroid photography service offers a unique experience for consumers seeking a break from digital photography, capturing the hearts of many young patrons with its affordability and nostalgic touch. During the Qingming holiday, the revitalized historic district attracted 820,000 visitors within three days, reflecting a renewed interest from both locals and tourists in discovering the old city area.

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Young people breathe new life into Qingdao's historic heart
4 months ago

Young people breathe new life into Qingdao's historic heart

China Daily  

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Urban wandering unveils Qingdao's cultural riches
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Urban wandering unveils Qingdao's cultural riches

China Daily  

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Urban wandering unveils Qingdao's cultural riches
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Urban wandering unveils Qingdao's cultural riches

China Daily  

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Qingdao sees booming tourism during holiday
7 months, 1 week ago

Qingdao sees booming tourism during holiday

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Qingdao sees booming tourism during holiday
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Qingdao sees booming tourism during holiday

China Daily  

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Qingdao's old districts take on new look
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Qingdao's old districts take on new look

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Innovative tourism offerings draw crowds to Qingdao
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Innovative tourism offerings draw crowds to Qingdao

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Qingdao breathes new life into old residential areas
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Qingdao breathes new life into old residential areas

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Zhongshan Road in Qingdao revitalizes historical charm
10 months ago

Zhongshan Road in Qingdao revitalizes historical charm

China Daily  

Recent efforts in Qingdao have focused on preserving and revitalizing its historical districts, particularly Zhongshan Road, which has become a vibrant commercial and cultural tourism hub brimming with traditional brands and a rich historical ambience. The restoration project has successfully unearthed historical data from 372 liyuan, traditional Qingdao courtyard dwellings, 62 protected cultural building relics, and various time-honored brands and …

Qingdao thrives as hub of urban development
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Qingdao thrives as hub of urban development

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Qingdao thrives as hub of urban development
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Qingdao thrives as hub of urban development

China Daily  

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Urban renewal efforts boost marriage industry in Qingdao's Shinan district
1 year ago

Urban renewal efforts boost marriage industry in Qingdao's Shinan district

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A walk to remember in Qingdao
1 year, 5 months ago

A walk to remember in Qingdao

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The term "citywalk" is currently trending on multiple Chinese social media platforms as people are making use of the sunny conditions to explore their cities. Here is a recommended scenic route in Qingdao where one can enjoy a leisurely walk while learning more about Qingdao's history, culture and urban environment. The route starts at Shilaolao Beach and takes one to …

Qingdao's old downtown area bustles during May Day holiday
1 year, 7 months ago

Qingdao's old downtown area bustles during May Day holiday

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The old downtown area of Qingdao served as a popular tourist destination throughout the May Day holiday. Throughout the May Day holiday, a variety of events took place in Shangjieli, including camping, movie screenings, visual light shows and creative exhibitions, which highlighted the cultural significance of the old downtown area. An anonymous visitor from Nanjing, Jiangsu province said that Qingdao's …

Historical renewal boosted by tourism
1 year, 11 months ago

Historical renewal boosted by tourism

China Daily  

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'Urban memory' museum opens on Zhongshan Road
2 years, 2 months ago

'Urban memory' museum opens on Zhongshan Road

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Ancient dwellings given new lease of life
2 years, 6 months ago

Ancient dwellings given new lease of life

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Catch a glimpse of Qingdao's old areas
2 years, 7 months ago

Catch a glimpse of Qingdao's old areas

China Daily  

Qingdao's old areas are a must-visit, where visitors can indulge in the city's symbolic picturesque scenery that features red roof tiles, green trees, clear skies, and the blue sea. In recent years, Qingdao has been ramping up efforts to protect cultural heritage sites and conserve traditional culture while renovating the city's old areas. Qingdao's old areas house popular tourist attractions …

Catch a glimpse of Qingdao's old areas
2 years, 7 months ago

Catch a glimpse of Qingdao's old areas

China Daily  

Qingdao's old areas are a must-visit, where visitors can indulge in the city's symbolic picturesque scenery that features red roof tiles, green trees, clear skies, and the blue sea. In recent years, Qingdao has been ramping up efforts to protect cultural heritage sites and conserve traditional culture while renovating the city's old areas. Qingdao's old areas house popular tourist attractions …

Shinan raises profile of Qingdao Western Old Town
2 years, 10 months ago

Shinan raises profile of Qingdao Western Old Town

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The Shinan district of Qingdao city – located in East China's Shandong province – has being raising the profile of Qingdao Western Old Town. The process – still ongoing –has taken place ever since 1994 when Qingdao, approved by the State Council, joined the third batch of national historical and cultural cities and the coastal city designated 28 square kilometers …

Shinan's old town area revamped to embrace rapid progress
3 years ago

Shinan's old town area revamped to embrace rapid progress

China Daily  

The Shinan district of Qingdao – a port city located in East China's Shandong province – is famed for its natural, historical and cultural sites and visitors to it often take in a multitude of vibrant colors: buildings adorned with vivid red roof tiles, lush and verdant trees, clear skies and the piercing blue sea. In recent years, the old …

Shinan's old town area revamped to embrace rapid progress
3 years ago

Shinan's old town area revamped to embrace rapid progress

China Daily  

The Shinan district of Qingdao – a port city located in East China's Shandong province – is famed for its natural, historical and cultural sites and visitors to it often take in a multitude of vibrant colors: buildings adorned with vivid red roof tiles, lush and verdant trees, clear skies and the piercing blue sea. In recent years, the old …

Expats enjoy day out in Qingdao's Shinan district
3 years, 2 months ago

Expats enjoy day out in Qingdao's Shinan district

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Expats are given a presentation on traditional Chinese craftsmanship in Shinan during the event. An activity called "International Friends Exploring Qingdao" was held on Sept 26 in the Shinan district of Qingdao city – in East China's Shandong province - on Sept 26, according to local media reports. In an effort to transform Shinan into the core area of the …

Cultural, tourism industry thrives in Shinan
3 years, 3 months ago

Cultural, tourism industry thrives in Shinan

China Daily  

The Shinan district of Qingdao – the port city located in East China's Shandong province – is famed for its natural, historical and cultural sites and visitors to it often take in a multitude of vibrant colors: buildings adorned with vivid red roof tiles, lush and verdant green trees, clear skies and the piercing blue sea. The district is revivifying …

Cultural, tourism industry thrives in Shinan
3 years, 3 months ago

Cultural, tourism industry thrives in Shinan

China Daily  

The Shinan district of Qingdao – the port city located in East China's Shandong province – is famed for its natural, historical and cultural sites and visitors to it often take in a multitude of vibrant colors: buildings adorned with vivid red roof tiles, lush and verdant green trees, clear skies and the piercing blue sea. The district is revivifying …

Cultural tourism mushrooms in Shinan
3 years, 5 months ago

Cultural tourism mushrooms in Shinan

China Daily  

Shinan district – located in Qingdao city in East China's Shandong province – boasts stunning natural views, including the Badaguan Scenic Area, Zhanqiao Pier and Zhongshan Park, and it is features like these that are in the vanguard of cultural tourism which is currently mushrooming in the area. Shinan is reportedly creating a hot cultural tourism scene, through creative bazaars …

Cultural tourism mushrooms in Shinan
3 years, 5 months ago

Cultural tourism mushrooms in Shinan

China Daily  

Shinan district – located in Qingdao city in East China's Shandong province – boasts stunning natural views, including the Badaguan Scenic Area, Zhanqiao Pier and Zhongshan Park, and it is features like these that are in the vanguard of cultural tourism which is currently mushrooming in the area. Shinan is reportedly creating a hot cultural tourism scene, through creative bazaars …

Photography book salutes Qingdao's historic Zhongshan Road
3 years, 6 months ago

Photography book salutes Qingdao's historic Zhongshan Road

China Daily  

The new book Zhongshan Road Image depicts, through fascinating photographs, the decades of events and historical changes in the thoroughfare. The launch of a book called Zhongshan Road Image – a work which contains pages of photographs portraying the development, evolution and renewal of Zhongshan Road – was held on June 16 in the Shinan district of Qingdao city, in …

Qingdao posts strong performance in tourism
3 years, 8 months ago

Qingdao posts strong performance in tourism

China Daily  

Qingdao has been renowned as one of China's leading tourist destinations. The eastern coastal city of Qingdao, Shandong province made the lists of the country's top 10 cities in terms of tourism investment and tourist satisfaction, local media reported. The lists, based on data from a survey conducted by the China Tourism Academy, a data center under the Ministry of …

Qingdao promotes cultural and tourism economy
4 years, 1 month ago

Qingdao promotes cultural and tourism economy

China Daily  

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