Sea, sand, surf: Qingdao’s beaches become summer haven

As scorching heat grips much of the country, the First Bathing Beach in Qingdao has drawn large crowds of locals and tourists eager to cool off by the sea. The city’s coastal waters offer a refreshing escape from soaring temperatures, making it a go-to destination for summer relaxation. (Photo Du Chunlai)

As scorching heat grips much of the country, the First Bathing Beach in Qingdao has drawn large crowds of locals and tourists eager to cool off by the sea. The city’s coastal waters offer a refreshing escape from soaring temperatures, making it a go-to destination for summer relaxation. (Photo Du Chunlai)

As scorching heat grips much of the country, the First Bathing Beach in Qingdao has drawn large crowds of locals and tourists eager to cool off by the sea. The city’s coastal waters offer a refreshing escape from soaring temperatures, making it a go-to destination for summer relaxation. (Photo Du Chunlai)

As scorching heat grips much of the country, the First Bathing Beach in Qingdao has drawn large crowds of locals and tourists eager to cool off by the sea. The city’s coastal waters offer a refreshing escape from soaring temperatures, making it a go-to destination for summer relaxation. (Photo Du Chunlai)

As scorching heat grips much of the country, the First Bathing Beach in Qingdao has drawn large crowds of locals and tourists eager to cool off by the sea. The city’s coastal waters offer a refreshing escape from soaring temperatures, making it a go-to destination for summer relaxation. (Photo Du Chunlai)