Qingdao

Grade 1 air quality:101 days a year

Median home price:9,494 yuan/per square meter

Also known as the Switzerland of the Orient, Qingdao is a beautiful port city located in the southeastern part of Shandong province. Embraced by water on three sides, Qingdao boasts the biggest beach in all of Asia. Qingdao is also home to the mellow Tsingtao beer, with the Qingdao International Beer Festival held here every year, attracting beer lovers from around the world. Qingdao is also a modern city full of life and activity. A prime location for those looking to live a full and rich life after retirement.