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Sprawled across 35 hectares in the heart of captivating Qingdao lies a one of a kind attraction that is fast gaining a reputation as a veritable hotspot for beer lovers worldwide. Known as the largest international beer town in Asia this one stop holiday Mecca for those with a love of a good brew is also an entertainment hub that is attracting tourists from far and wide. Divided into two quarters the southern reaches of the Qingdao International Beer Town is devoted to entertainment activities while the northern region occupies a pleasure plain dubbed "Around the World". Littered with many an engaging leisure facility the most popular attraction at this amusement park is perhaps its mind blowing dual direction to-and-fro roller coaster. Renowned as the only rollercoaster in China that can travel backwards this unique and thrilling attraction offers riders scenic views of the surrounding environs. The entrance to the Qingdao International Beer Town is located in the southern quarter and is marked by the iconic sculpture which stands at the heart of a round shaped pond. Named “spilling over the world” the statue features a high tiered drinking vessel with the world map across its surface and foamy water representing beer spilling over to the pond from the cup. The brand name Qingdao Beer also known as Tsingtao Beer is etched on the cup while the backdrop of the fountain features a stone wall marked with the words International Beer Town. A magnificent fan shaped plaza that can host 10,000 visitors occupies the area around the sculpture. During the popular International Beer Festival fancy dress parades, food exhibits and beer matches are held in this area while the Qingdao beer manufacturers also set up a makeshift beer production line near the main food fare. Here visitors will get the rare opportunity to sample beer straight off the production line after witnessing the complicated processes involved in creating the perfect brew. To the east of the plaza there lies a beer street where guests can find literally every brand of beer and food item ever conceived. Beer exhibitions are usually held to the west of the plaza at the International Beer Fair which is hosted at the venue each year. Visitors on the lookout for luxury Qingdao accommodation providers will find no finer alternative to the stylish Copthorne Hotel Qingdao. Ideally located in the centre of the city’s financial hub this charming Qingdao hotel is perfectly suited for both business and leisure travellers.
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