Liuzhou Night: A Farewell of Neon, Noodles, and Kinetic Energy
Our last night in Liuzhou, the city renowned for its spicy, pungent Luosifen (snail noodle soup), unfolded as a vivid, unexpected spectacle of sights and tastes.
Neon and Urban Pulse
After a satisfying dinner—a fleeting moment captured by the red "Dong Li Tian Ju" sign—we were back in the city's thick, humid air. The streets pulsed with life under a dazzling display of neon. Towering buildings, including one strikingly named the "Luosi Building," glowed, reflecting a city where business, history, and modernity were intensely alive.
We briefly paused for a moment of quiet artistry at "Da Jing Coffee," where a black and white sign invited us in. We noted a black and white cup inside, humorously advertising an "Americano with Rice Noodles"—a perfect, quirky emblem of Liuzhou’s culinary fusion. Further down the bustling street, a small, cheerful detail appeared: a smiley face peeked out from another coffee cup in a window.
The Essential Night Snack
A short hotel break couldn't quell our desire for a true Liuzhou night snack. Driven by this craving, we soon returned to the streets, hunting for a late-night culinary spot as green Liuzhou taxis zipped past, their roof lights cutting through the darkness.
The quest ended with the main event: a steaming bowl of Luosifen (Snail Noodle Soup), its complex and distinct aroma filling the air. We savored it at a wooden table, indulging in a second bowl topped with a perfectly fried egg—the authentic Liuzhou flavor we had come to experience.
The atmosphere was as rich as the soup. Nearby, a group of people at another restaurant shared their meal, their laughter blending with the sounds of the street in a lively, communal scene. The city’s pulse continued with the low thrum of engines. A couple zoomed by on a motorcycle, and we took a moment to admire a wide-tired, powerful motorcycle. We even spotted the cheeky, rebellious skull ornament on another bike—small, vibrant flashes in the night.
It was the ideal Liuzhou farewell: an intense mix of flavor, kinetic street life, and the promise of memories that would linger long after our journey was over.
Gears & Settings | Figures |
Camera | Sony A6700 |
Lens | Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN |
Creative Style | IN |
Date | 27 July 2024 |
Location | Liuzhou, Guangxi, China |
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#: 1 | SS: 1/50s | ISO: 100 | F: 2.0 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm | Caption: A bowl of spicy and sour tomato braised fish |
#: 2 | SS: 1/60s | ISO: 100 | F: 2.0 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm | Caption: A bowl of spicy and sour tomato braised fish | #: 3 | SS: 1/30s | ISO: 125 | F: 2.0 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm | Caption: A bowl of century egg, lean pork, and watercress soup |
#: 4 | SS: 1/100s | ISO: 100 | F: 2.0 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm | Caption: A piece of tofu on a wooden tray |
#: 5 | SS: 1/30s | ISO: 100 | F: 2.0 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm | Caption: A tray of roasted pork with sauces and lettuce |
#: 6 | SS: 1/40s | ISO: 100 | F: 2.0 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm | Caption: A tray of roasted pork with sauces and lettuce |
#: 7 | SS: 1/30s | ISO: 200 | F: 2.0 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm | Caption: A red sign on a glass window says “Dong Li Tian Ju” in Chinese |
#: 8 | SS: 1/500s | ISO: 100 | F: 2.0 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm | Caption: A building with lots of neon signs in Chinese says “Luosi Building” |
#: 9 | SS: 1/500s | ISO: 100 | F: 2.0 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm | Caption: A black and white photo of a sign with Chinese writing says “Da Jing Coffee” | #: 10 | SS: 1/30s | ISO: 640 | F: 2.0 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm | Caption: A black and white cup with Chinese writing on it says “Americano with Rice Noodles” |
#: 11 | SS: 1/30s | ISO: 200 | F: 1.6 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm | Caption: A smiley face on a coffee cup in a window |
#: 12 | SS: 1/30s | ISO: 500 | F: 1.8 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm | Caption: A green Liuzhou taxi with a light on top of it | #: 13 | SS: 1/30s | ISO: 250 | F: 1.8 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm | Caption: A bowl of Luosifen (Snail Noodle Soup) on a wooden table |
#: 14 | SS: 1/30s | ISO: 160 | F: 1.8 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm | Caption: A plate of Luosifen (Snail Noodle Soup) with a fried egg on top |
#: 15 | SS: 1/100s | ISO: 100 | F: 1.8 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm | Caption: A group of people eating at a table outside a restaurant at night | #: 16 | SS: 1/50s | ISO: 1600 | F: 1.4 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm | Caption: A couple on a motorcycle |
#: 17 | SS: 1/50s | ISO: 500 | F: 1.4 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm | Caption: A motorcycle with a wide tire on the rear | #: 18 | SS: 1/50s | ISO: 640 | F: 1.4 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm | Caption: A skull on a motorcycle |
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