Boasting a large number of internet celebrity shops and walls that are painted with familiar cartoon characters, Longjiang Road is widely regarded as a stylish and romantic place.

A graffiti wall in Qingdao has recently been covered with images of Mario, a character from a well-known video game, as well as other well-known scenic locations in the city, such as Zhanqiao Pier and Xinhao Mountain.

With low-lying buildings crawling with vines and a prevailing fairy-tale vibe, the street attracts numerous visitors to stroll around and take pictures every day.

A child reaches for a painted ice cream cone on a graffiti wall on Longjiang Road. [Photo/WeChat account: Shinanly]

On the corner of Longjiang Road and Huangxian Road lies a coffee house that is full of literary temperament. The two-story old building, which boasts beautiful walls and windows and decorated with sea elements, is famous for its distinctive style. [Photo/WeChat account: Shinanly]

Decorated in a Japanese-style, Quye is a delicate and original design shop, which sells handicrafts, pottery and books. Inside the shop, there are a large collection of handicrafts from overseas on display, and the owner writes poetry on the walls of the shop. [Photo/WeChat account: Shinanly]

Weiguang bookstore recently opens on Longjiang Road. Themed on intangible cultural heritage items, the bookstore is decorated with a unique style. Its yellow light creates a comforting environment for reading and the bookstore is also an ideal place for badge enthusiasts and shutterbugs. [Photo/WeChat account: Shinanly]