Qingdao is situated at the foot of Lao Shan Mountain and on the shore of the Yellow Sea. Qingdao's architecture presents a characteristic European style and is very harmonious on the whole. The red roofs, green trees, blue sea, and azure sky form a bright and colorful picture of Qingdao. The city is sometimes known as the Switzerland of the Orient.
In cooperation with the Beijing Olympic Games 2008, Qingdao will hold the Sailing Competition in the Olympic Games in 2008. This great event brings a great opportunity for this charming city to build its bright future.