Where can you enjoy a gorgeous sunset at a tranquil retreat in the bustling metropolis of Shanghai? One good choice should be the picturesque waterfront area of Dianshanhu No 1 Village in Qingpu district.

Located next to Baoguo Temple in Zhujiajiao Water Town, it is like a paradise with rare natural beauty in the middle of the city’s environment. Visitors can take some time here, watching the shorebirds and appreciating the sunset, all while leaving all their worries behind.

There is a boardwalk where people can get closer to the water. It winds its way into the lake, providing a different landscape with each step.

As sunset takes place at nearly 7 pm in Shanghai in summer, the sky exhibits its magic starting at about 6:30 pm. Like a shy painter, the setting sun dyes the sky and the lake into gentle orange and pink.