Dalian

Buildings that reflect Chinese, Japanese and Russian architectural styles attest to Dalian´s strategic importance as a northern ice-free port. The city´s artisans reproduce pictures with shell fragments, while glassblowers fashion fanciful crystal animals. Dalian also sports several popular beaches and a large seaside park.

Attractions

• Xinghai Park - This park's central square features a huabiao, a column carved with cloud images and topped with a mystical creature, similar to the one in Tiananmen Square.
• Polar Aquarium - Opened in 2002, this aquarium is the largest polar aquarium in the world, and showcases over 300 sharks, 3,000 fish and performances by dolphins and otters.
• Dalian Modern History Museum - This museum illustrates the history of the young city of Dalian with exhibits and video/audio displays.

Currency

The currency used in China is the Renminbi Yuan (RMB or ¥).

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