Jinli After Sunset: Where Red Lanterns, Ancient Alleys & Instagram Dreams Come Alive!

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📍 Visiting Jinli Ancient Street at Night
🕒 Best Time to Go
- Open 24 hours, but night view(lanterns/lights) turn off at 10 PM.
- Shops & stalls usually operate 9 AM–10 PM(bars stay open later).
- Recommend evening visit for the best atmosphere.

🚆 Transportation
-Metro:Line 3 to Gaoshengqiao Station (Exit D) then 15-min walk
- Buses:Routes 1, 10, 57, 335, etc. (many options).
- Avoid driving:heavy traffic & limited parking.

🍜 Food Tips
- Must-try snacks:
- Egg pancakes– Affordable & tasty.
- Handmade ice jelly – Refreshing with brown sugar syrup.
- Three Cannons– Fun-to-watch sticky rice balls.

📸 What to See & Do
- Ancient architecture– Qing-style buildings, stone paths, red lanterns.
- Photo spots:Main gate sign, opera stage, Wuyi Alley (lanterns).
- Cultural experiences:
- Teahouse shows(face-changing, shadow puppetry, ~¥10–50).
- Folk crafts(sugar painting, dough figurines, puppets).
- Souvenirs:Shu embroidery, panda toys, Sichuan opera masks, fridge magnets.

⚠️ Travel Tips
- Combine with Wuhou Shrine
- Ask prices first to avoid overpaying.
- Skip staying overnight-noisy and overpriced.

Post by Maryyngyng1 | Apr 18, 2025