The best way to explore Shinan district in Qingdao, Shandong province and be fully immersed in the local way of life is to simply go on a walk.

In fact, the act of exploring a city on foot, also known as "city walking", has been one of the trending activities in China in recent months.

Here are some of the best spots in town that you can easily visit on foot.

Qingdao Railway Station was built in 1901 and features German Renaissance architectural style. Located next to it is the Jiaoji Railway Qingdao Museum, which has over 1,400 exhibits related to the history of the Jiaozhou-Jinan Railway. [Photo/WeChat account: Shinanly]