Qingdao is a national historical and cultural city and the birthplace of Chinese Taoism. Qingdao is the host city of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games and the 13th Paralympic Sailing Competition. It is the sailing capital of China, the best sailing city in Asia, the world beer city,
The United Nations "Movie Capital",The first batch of coastal open cities, national civilized cities, and the most happy cities in China.
Known as the "Oriental Switzerland" Ouyun Capital,"China's brand capital" title.
Qingdao is an international marine research and education center.