99% of Foreigners' Favorite Spot: The Millennial Glamour of the Magic City at Night

Under the night sky, the City God Temple sheds its daytime bustle, with its red walls and black tiles exuding ancient charm under the lights, while the surrounding modern architecture adds a touch of magic. It's undeniable that strolling here at night 🌃, you'll notice that almost everyone around you is a foreign friend. ✔️ The meticulously designed lighting highlights the upturned eaves and intricate carvings to perfection, making every snapshot 📷 a masterpiece, especially ideal for capturing traditional Chinese aesthetics. ✔️ From traditional snacks to trendy delicacies, the City God Temple night market gathers Shanghai's signature flavors, featuring not only traditional shops but also a special night market street. ✔️ Walking through the entire scenic area feels like stepping back in time, bustling with energy. It's a pity there are no lanterns during the Dragon Boat Festival, but the lantern displays during the annual Lantern Festival 🌷 are truly breathtaking. 🍃 Yuyuan Bazaar: Streets adorned with red lanterns, where the antique architecture looks especially enchanting under the lights, though many guidebooks mention second floors that are no longer accessible for photos. 📷 Photo spots: The Nine-Turn Bridge, Huxinting Teahouse, and Lvbolang—these are perfect locations for night photography, where you can use water reflections to create dreamy effects. 🍃 Shanghai Old Street: Stroll along Shanghai Old Street to experience the charm of old Shanghai, lined with shops selling traditional handicrafts and souvenirs. 📷 Photo spots: The Shikumen buildings and the signboard-filled streets are great for capturing retro and nostalgic-style photos. 🍃 BFC Bund Financial Center: A short walk from the City God Temple, it's an excellent spot to enjoy the night view of the Huangpu River, overlooking the dazzling lights of the Bund and Lujiazui. 📷 Photo spots: The BFC rooftop garden and the riverside promenade. 🥟 Food recommendations: 1️⃣ Nanxiang Steamed Bun Restaurant: A representative of Shanghai soup dumplings, with thin skin, generous filling, and delicious broth—a time-honored snack. 2️⃣ Lvbolang: A renowned local cuisine restaurant famous for dishes like crab roe tofu and eight-treasure duck. 3️⃣ Da Hu Chun: A century-old brand known for its pan-fried buns, with a crispy and fragrant bottom. 4️⃣ Shen Da Cheng: A long-established Shanghai pastry shop, perfect for those who love chewy glutinous rice treats. 5️⃣ Songyue Lou: A century-old vegetarian restaurant famous for its signature veggie buns—a top choice for plant-based cuisine. ⚠️ Photography Tips: ▪️ Outfits: Traditional Chinese-style clothing is recommended to complement the night scenery. ▪️ Props: Prepare lanterns, oil-paper umbrellas, etc., to add fun to your photos. ▪️ Angles: To avoid crowds, try shooting from high or low angles, or use foreground elements creatively.