There are only a few cities in the world that offer contrasting landscapes with great visual tension. Hong Kong is one of them. Deftly blending modern architecture with amazing landscapes, you can definitely find your perfect shot here. In a compact space, you can find glass towers and street markets, cultural spots and natural vistas. Different architectural and geographical elements coexist in one place, making the city one of a kind. Here’s a detailed look at the top Hong Kong photography spots.
The Perfect City to Capture
The geographical range of the city renders Hong Kong a photographer’s dream. Right behind the urban landscape, you can see the vistas of mountains and hiking trails. There is a harbour with boats cutting through the water on one side and skyscrapers on the other. Likewise, there is fading colonial architecture contrasting with fog rolling over the mountains.
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Architectural Wonders
- Choi Hung Estate: This is one of the oldest and most iconic public housing complexes in Hong Kong. Choi Hung Estate is popular for its pastel colored buildings. You can click some vibrant pictures with the subtly hued buildings in the background. Also, the rooftop basketball serves as a great setting for shots.
- Yick Cheong Building (Monster Building): There’s a reason the group of buildings are termed the Monster Building. The dense, towering residential complex looks like the setting straight out of a dystopian movie. The place is perfect to create claustrophobic and sci-fi aesthetics.
- Ping Shek Estate: This is a housing complex in Ping Shan that has recently gotten popular as one of the top Hong Kong photography spots. The buildings are named after different colours. You can take creative pictures from the bottom or top to have a structural square frame.
Skyline and Scenic Views
- Victoria Peak: This is the highest hill on Hong Kong Island. It offers beautiful views of the city skyline and the surrounding vistas.
- Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront: The waterfront provides rich and stunning views of the skyline over the shimmering water. A growing spot in Hong Kong travel photography, you can shoot some creative videos here as well. Along the promenade, you can click pictures with the statues of Bruce Lee and Anita Mui or the star-studded handprints on the Avenue of Stars.
- The Star Ferry: An iconic ferry service operating across Victoria Harbour. The harbour tour provides breathtaking views of the skyline from the water.
- Garden Hill: It is a popular and accessible spot in Hong Kong for capturing cityscapes and sunsets. After a short hike, you can see the beautiful views of high-rise buildings blending into the sky.
Street Photography
- Nathan Road: Commonly known as the Golden Mile, Nathan Road is a hub for shopping, dining and tourism. The road is packed with neon-lit signs, offering unique opportunities for urban and thematic photography.
- Graham Street Mural: This is a popular street wall art depicting stacks of columned living quarters. Every day, thousands of people go to Graham Street to get their pictures taken in front of the colourful mural.
- Hong Kong Trams: You can travel on the double-decker trams, or ‘Ding Dings’, and get some of the best street photography shots.
Traditional and Cultural Spots
- Man Mo Temple: A popular religious site, featuring hanging incense coils. The coils create atmospheric light rays with which you can take some creative shots.
- Tai O Fishing Village: Tai O is a historic and authentic fishing village. Commonly known as the Venice of the East, the village has traditional stilt-houses. You can go on a bout tour and make some dramatic videos of the stilt-houses and the mountains in the background.
Tips For Photographers
Photographers can have a good time finding and taking their perfect shots if they consider some information. These tips make the Hong Kong travel photography easier and relatively better. Book your Hong Kong and Macau Tour Package with us and get clicking.
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- Lighting: Natural lighting always beats even the best editing techniques. You can use the golden hour for street photography or urban shots. To get more dramatic shots, you can utilise the blue hour, right after sunset or early in the morning.
- Transport: To have a cost-effective tour, you can use the MTR and the ‘Ding Dings’ for getting around.
- Photography Etiquette: Places like Choi Hung and Monster Building have residents. So, be respectful of their privacy and be mindful of the noise.
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Conclusion
Hong Kong is a photographer’s dream place. With contrasting landscapes, stunning visual tension and a mix of everything, the city becomes a must-visit. We have listed the top photogenic spots in Hong Kong and some tips for Hong Kong travel photography. So, why wait any longer? Book your international trip with travelsaga.com today.
