Life in Changsha
Changsha is well known for its stellar nightlife. Typical of southern China, Changsha's residents like to take the party to the streets and spread their joy around. If not too weary after a day of sightseeing, the ambiance on Shaoshan Lu and Furong Lu in the post midnight hours should prove enjoyable to those who enjoy nightlife.
Performing Arts
Operas and acrobatics are the highlight of Changsha's performing arts scene. Red Sun Entertainment (theatre) in Dongfeng Xilu or the Huatian Theatre offer regular acrobatics and opera performances and cater mainly to tour groups. If you prefer a less formal environment, consider heading to some of the more popular nightlife streets and catch a busker or street performer who take requests for a small fee.
Bars and Clubs
There is a popular bar street in town called Jiefang Xilu. It's a 3 kilometer (1.86 mi) stretch of road packed with bars. There's bound to be one suitable bar for just about any taste. Golden Times on Jiefang Lu is a popular choice with locals and occasionally has live music. If you're looking for a DJ, Re Wu Disco on Wuyi Dadao might suffice.
Twilight River Cruises
If you don’t get enough sightseeing done during the day, a night cruise of the Xiangjiang might be for you. It's popular amongst locals as well as tourists and is more for entertainment purposes than sightseeing. It is a booze cruise of sorts, but non-drinkers will still enjoy the atmosphere and scenery.
Editor: Xu Xinlei
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