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World War I Site Museum

A thematic museum on German occupation of Qingdao (1897-1914) and the 1914 Battle of Tsingtao: The only WWI battlefield historical display in Asia. The original underground command post of the Qingdao Hill Fort is accessible (German-built underground fortress), combining historical site with academic narrative.

Visitor info

Opening hours
09:00-17:00·Closed Mondays
Ticket
CNY 60

Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.

A thematic museum on German occupation of Qingdao (1897-1914) and the 1914 Battle of Tsingtao: The only WWI battlefield historical display in Asia. The original underground command post of the Qingdao Hill Fort is accessible (German-built underground fortress), combining historical site with academic narrative; CNY 60 ticket, 09:00-17:00, closed Mondays, located next to the Qingdao Hill Fort ruins.

Getting there:Next to the Qingdao Hill Fort ruins

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