Exploring China's Magnificent Landscapes: A Guide to Laoshan Mountain

📍Address: Laoshan Scenic Area, Laoshan District, Qingdao. 🚗Transportation: You can get there by bus, taxi, or car. Take bus No. 304, 104, 802, or 113 to Dahedong. A taxi from downtown Qingdao costs about CNY 60–70. If you drive, take Hong Kong Road or Donghai Road to Shilaoren, then Zhanliu Dry Road to Shazikou, the southern gateway to Laoshan. From Shazikou, you enter the mountain area. Note that private vehicles are not allowed within the scenic area. You'll need to park at the Dahedong parking lot or ticket office and transfer to the scenic area's shuttle bus. 👍️Must-See Attractions: Giant Peak, Taiping Palace, Yangkou, and Beijiushui. 🎟️Tickets: During peak season (Apr 1–Oct 31), entrance tickets are CNY 80 per person for the Giant Peak Scenic Area, CNY 90 per person for the Liuqing-Yangkou Scenic Area, CNY 65 per person for the Beijiushui Scenic Area, and CNY 10 per person for the Hualou Scenic Area. During the off-season (Nov 1–Mar 31), prices are CNY 50, CNY 60, CNY 40, and CNY 10, respectively. Shuttle bus and cable car tickets are separate. 💗Other Tips: Laoshan Scenic Area has a temperate maritime climate with an average annual temperature of 12.6°C. The summer temperature is lower than inland, averaging 24°C, making it a great place to escape the heat. We recommend spending 1–2 days exploring. Choose a route that suits your time and interests. Please protect the environment by not littering or damaging plants. Also, pay attention to safety and follow the rules and signs.