Weihai Attractions
Weihai lies in the northeastern corner of Shandong province, 88km/55mi east of Yantai, with which it is linked by a good road.
In the 14th C Weihai was a fortified coastal town. In the 1870s the Manchurian government set up a base here for its newly-formed navy, which was completely wiped out by the Japanese in the naval battle off Weihai in 1895. From 1898 to 1930 the town was under British rule, after which it was returned to the Chinese.
In the 14th C Weihai was a fortified coastal town. In the 1870s the Manchurian government set up a base here for its newly-formed navy, which was completely wiped out by the Japanese in the naval battle off Weihai in 1895. From 1898 to 1930 the town was under British rule, after which it was returned to the Chinese.
Weihai Surroundings
Cape of Chengshan
The Cape of Chengshan (Chengshan Jiao) is a rocky promontory on the eastern tip of the Shandong peninsula, about 60km/37mi east of Weihai.
According to legend, the Qin Emperor Shi Huangdi came here twice seeking a herb which would provide him with everlasting life.
On the south side of the cape stand two temples; one is dedicated to the Qin Emperor Shi Huangdi, to commemorate his two visits, while the Temple of the Sun God (Rizhu Ci) was built by the Han Emperor Wudi after he had paid homage to the Sun God on this cliff.
According to legend, the Qin Emperor Shi Huangdi came here twice seeking a herb which would provide him with everlasting life.
On the south side of the cape stand two temples; one is dedicated to the Qin Emperor Shi Huangdi, to commemorate his two visits, while the Temple of the Sun God (Rizhu Ci) was built by the Han Emperor Wudi after he had paid homage to the Sun God on this cliff.
Mr Liu's Island
Mr Liu's Island (Liugong Dao), just off the coast, is a 20-minute trip by ferry from Weihai. It was here that the base of the ill-fated Chinese navy was situated. Today visitors can still see the headquarters building, the parade ground and some of the battle equipment.
