Autumn Literary Quest in Hongkou and Night View of Shanghai from the Clouds

—A 2019 National Day Travel Journal from Lu Xun Park and Shanghai's Peak --- Morning: Where Local Life Meets Literary Heritage in Lu Xun Park Historical Walk in the Morning Light At 9am, entering Lu Xun Park (formerly Hongkou Park), I was greeted by towering ancient trees and energetic morning exercisers. The statues of ten literary masters (including Tolstoy and Tagore) at the south entrance glowed warmly in the autumn sun. Walking through paths lined with yellowing ginkgo trees, I headed straight to the Lu Xun Memorial Hall, where manuscripts, translations, and wax figures recreated the master's daily creative life. Most impressive was the "Wall of International Translations" on the second floor, displaying Lu Xun's translations from Russian, Japanese, English, and other languages, testifying to his cross-cultural vision as the "Soul of the Nation." Local Flavors and Cultural Encounters In the afternoon, I queued at "Yingzhu Pavilion" on the park's north side for fresh pork buns and xiaolongbao with crab roe. The soft wrapper and rich soup, paired with a bowl of hot wontons, perfectly preserved old Shanghai's culinary memories. In the park square, a senior choir sang "My Motherland" with their conductor passionately waving arms as tourists spontaneously joined in. In another corner, social dancing and Huangmei Opera impromptu performances demonstrated the vibrant mix of local life and artistic passion. Solemn Reflection at Lu Xun's Tomb At 14:30, I moved to Lu Xun's Tomb, where endless visitors laid flowers before the black granite tombstone inscribed with "Soul of the Nation." The adjacent "Hundred Herbs Garden" recreates the original Shaoxing site with black-awning boats and stone well railings, evoking the "green vegetable plots and smooth stone well railings" from his writings. --- Evening: Time Travel from Hongkou Football Stadium to Lujiazui Convenient Metro Transfer At 16:00, I took Metro Line 8 from Hongkou Football Stadium Station and transferred to Line 2, reaching Lujiazui in 40 minutes. Exiting the station, I looked up at Shanghai Tower's spiral exterior, its "dragon-like" design resembling a silver dragon soaring into the clouds in the sunset. --- Night: Magical Night Views from Shanghai's Peak Visual Feast Above the Clouds At 18:30, I ascended to the observation deck of Shanghai Tower (118th floor, 546m). The slight ear pressure from the 55-second high-speed elevator ride was instantly forgotten upon seeing the night view through floor-to-ceiling windows. The Lujiazui skyline to the east sparkled like a river of stars, with the "bottle opener" of Shanghai World Financial Center and the "pagoda" of Jin Mao Tower below. To the west, the golden silhouettes of the Bund's architectural exhibition belt reflected against the flowing lights of Huangpu River cruise ships. Photography Tips and Viewing Experience - Position: The northwest corner's glass wall offers classic angles capturing both the Bund and Lujiazui; arrive early to secure spots. - Equipment: Use a tripod for long exposures (ISO 800-1600, f/8-11); use lens hood or dark cloth to prevent glass reflections. - Interactive Features: The "Sky Walk" floor projection on the 119th floor simulates aerial views, combining thrills with sci-fi experience. --- Practical Information - Lu Xun Park: Free admission, recommended 3-hour visit, Yingzhu Pavilion buns around RMB15 per person. - Shanghai Tower Observation Deck: Night view tickets RMB180/person, best shooting time 30 minutes after sunset (blue hour). --- This itinerary combines cultural depth with visual impact, perfect for photography enthusiasts and cultural travelers. Experience Shanghai's dual narrative on an autumn day of light and shadow.