Qingdao Autumn Automobile Expo kicks off
Visitors check the motor of a car during an introduction by a dealer at the Qingdao Autumn Automobile Expo on Oct 19.
Scientific research ship starts sea trial
China's ocean research vessel, the Dayang Yihao, leaves Zhongqingdaoyuan terminal in Qingdao for a comprehensive sea trial in the South China Sea on Oct 18.
22nd Qingdao Intl Beach Festival opens
Swimmers pose for a group photo at the opening ceremony of the 22nd Qingdao International Beach Festival on Oct 12 at Qingdao No 1 Bathing Beach.
Penguins stand around national flag in Qingdao
A penguin stands by the national flag at the Qingdao Haichang Polar Ocean World. A "flag-raising" ceremony is held there everyday as penguins are trained to gather around the red flag.
