As the summer tourism market rapidly picks up, Qingdao, a popular tourism destination and a city for summer heat escape, offers diversified products and enhanced services to cater to increased demand.

Qingdao's pleasant coastal views, golden beaches, European-style architecture, well-preserved heritage and the Laoshan Mountain, have long attracted tourists from around the world. Here are some recommended places in the city to help visitors avoid the summer heat.

With spectacular natural waterfalls and verdant hills, the Beijiushui Scenic Area in Laoshan Mountain is an ideal place for people looking to escape the scorching summer heat. [Photo/WeChat account: qd12301]

The Beijiushui Scenic Area is located in the upstream areas of the Baisha River amid the verdant hills of Laoshan Mountain in Qingdao, Shandong province. [Photo/WeChat account: qd12301]

Qingshan fishing village in Laoshan district has a history of more than 600 years. Surrounded by mountains and the sea, it is located at the foot of Laoshan Mountain and by Qingshan Bay. The village has become a popular destination where visitors can enjoy traditional fishing culture and get close to nature. [Photo/WeChat account: qd12301]