The image captures an illuminated covered walkway or plaza at night, likely in Jiufen Old Street, New Taipei City, Taiwan

The image captures an illuminated covered walkway or plaza at night, likely in Jiufen Old Street, New Taipei City, Taiwan. The overhead structure is densely covered with hundreds of glowing red paper lanterns, predominantly round with black Chinese characters, suspended in rows. These lanterns are the primary light source, casting a warm, orange hue over the scene. On the far right, a section features multiple vertical rows of cylindrical lanterns. These alternate between white and orange, displaying text such as "TAIPEI" and other phrases in various languages. Below these, a silver-colored metal barrier, consisting of two vertical posts supporting a curved horizontal rail, stands on the tiled floor. Beneath this barrier, several spherical, dark-colored objects, possibly decorative lanterns or gourds, are arranged on the ground. To the left, a low, speckled grey concrete barrier or wall separates the walkway from an unlit, dark exterior. Adjacent to the right, a dark-toned wall is covered with numerous small, light-colored rectangular papers, possibly wish slips or notes, attached in a grid pattern. The floor is paved with light-colored square tiles. A single, crumpled paper cup is visible on the tiled floor near the base of the metal barrier. No individuals are present in the scene.