Sails set for more expansion

As one of the first cities in China to open up to the world, Qingdao has achieved remarkable and sustained growth in the past 30 years.

An economic hub and major port on the east coast of Shandong province, the city has beautiful views, a laid-back atmosphere and a thriving business sector.

The city's urban area has expanded around Jiaozhou Bay to become 12 times larger than it was in the 1980s.