In China, no matter if you’re in the bustling city of Shanghai or a peaceful small town, the streets at 1 a.m. are packed with life.
Safety has always been a major concern. On the popular Q&A platform Quora, one hotly discussed topic was “How safe is China?” In response, WEtalk said:
Is China safe? Let’s start with late-night snacks!
Why late-night snacks? Because in many countries, nighttime often feels uncertain and can even hide dangers.
In China, no matter if you’re in the bustling city of Shanghai or a peaceful small town, the streets at 1 a.m. are packed with life. BBQ stalls, spicy hot pot shops, and crayfish stands are buzzing with activity. You’ll see girls riding electric scooters alone to buy spicy duck neck, guys dragging their suitcases straight from the train station to their favorite late-night snack spot, and groups of young people gathered around small tables, enjoying skewers and soda, laughter filling the air.
In many parts of China, it’s common to see people in pajamas heading downstairs for late-night snacks. Ask a girl standing in line for fried noodles at 2 a.m. if she’s afraid to be out so late, and she’ll probably only worry about whether the next batch will be spicy enough.
Of course, there are exceptions. I’ve read online that in some remote and isolated places, safety incidents do happen. And urban areas sometimes experience security issues at night. But compared internationally, these cases are extremely rare.
So, don’t let your guard down, but I hope you enjoy the wonderful nights in China. (End)
