Jinan night market is taking off, in the wake of initiatives recently introduced by the government of the capital of Shandong province, aiming to boost the night economy in general and in particular, help manage the city's night market.

Huanlian night market, the biggest in Jinan, boasts more than 1,100 stalls containing a wide range of local snacks. The night market attracts more than 20,000 visitors on weekdays, presenting a spectacular view from above.

An aerial view of Jinan Huanlian night market seems more like a geometric pattern of pulsating light than a place of commerce. The market boasts more than 1,100 stalls with a wide range of snacks. [Photo/dzwww.com]

Throngs of food lovers are drawn to Huanlian night market in Jinan. [Photo/dzwww.com]

Visitors mill around a street in the night market. [Photo/iqlu.com]

A cooking pan flares, promising tasty food for customers, at the night market in Jinan,  East China's Shandong province. [Photo/dzwww.com]

Visitors are waiting for food at the night market. [Photo/dzwww.com]