Must-see Western-style buildings in Qingdao

The ultimate landmark is here! ⛪️
They say Qingdao has three treasures: beer 🍺, seafood 🦞, and St. Michael's Cathedral!

📍Check-in Location: 15 Zhejiang Road, Shinan District (center of Qingdao's Old Town!)
⏰Year of Construction: 1934 (older than my grandma!)
📸Photo Tip: Come on a sunny day! The red tiles and yellow walls against the blue sky will create stunning photos in no time!

[Architectural Secrets]
✨A Gothic + Romanesque hybrid
✨The 60-meter twin towers are stunning (they were the tallest buildings in Qingdao at the time!)
✨The rainbow glass windows are breathtaking (the sunlight streaming in is absolutely stunning)

💰Ticket Information:
Adults: 10 yuan (affordable!)
Students: Half price (remember to bring ID)

[Surrounding Activities]
🚶5-minute walk to the Governor's Palace
🚶10-minute walk to Christ Church
🍺After the tour, head straight to the Beer Museum.

📌Fun Facts:
1️⃣Construction was halted due to war (and almost fell through!)
2️⃣The original plan was to build it 100 meters high (but unfortunately, they ran out of money 😭)
3️⃣The sound of the bell can be heard for kilometers (old Qingdao people call it the "Clock Tower").

💡Visiting Tips:
Come between 4 and 6 pm! The lighting is so gentle, perfect for taking photos!

There are so many people taking wedding photos in the square, it's great to stand nearby and enjoy the atmosphere!

Post by nysara_2839 | Aug 21, 2025

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