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Evening

Golden Hour at the Old Shrine

Catch the last warm light of the day on the quiet grounds of a historic site, then head out for dinner and drinks in the nearby expat hub.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 150 min

Timeline

  1. 15:52

    Les 5 Sens

    Grab an early dinner at Les 5 Sens. The French chef prepares homemade dishes in a cosy setting, giving you time to settle in before heading out.

  2. 16:52

    Former site of Japanese Shinto shrine

    Walk to the Former site of Japanese Shinto shrine. Arrive thirty minutes before sunset to explore the grounds and the activity centre. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting long shadows across the historic grounds.

  3. 17:52

    Bassment Bar

    Head to Bassment Bar for a drink after dark. It is spacious with live music almost every night and a lively atmosphere where locals and expats gather.

Local tip

The shrine site is an activity centre for retired cadres, so entry to the building may be restricted. Enjoy the exterior and grounds. Les 5 Sens is open until 22:00, so arrive early to secure a table.

Check before you go

  • Les 5 Sens opens at 11:30 and closes at 22:00.
  • Check the route from the Former site of Japanese Shinto shrine to Bassment Bar, as no specific walking directions are provided in the context.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Nanjing (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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