When referring to Qingdao, the coastal city in east China’s Shandong Province, sandy beaches and beer might be the first things that spring to mind. But Qingdao’s trump cards are not the only cards it holds. Regarded by many as one of China’s most attractive cities, there is so much for visitors to enjoy and explore here other than the beach and beer. /CGTN Photo

If you have a penchant for European-style architecture, Qingdao will be a good travelling destination. Wandering through the city, you can see plenty of European-style buildings constructed during the concession-era in the late 19th century. /VCG Photo

It is agreeably surprising that the city has preserved the past while portraying dazzling modern art, such as ubiquitous graffiti walls and avant-garde sculptures. /CGTN Photo

Apart from enjoying the captivating historic architecture and modern art, you can also chill out in the city’s cafes and hillside villas, which are decorated in different styles. /CGTN Photo