Meixi Lake Jinmao × Helong Stadium × Tianxin Pavilion | Mayday Concert Travel Photography Guide.

Meixi Lake Jinmao × Helong Stadium × Tianxin Pavilion | Mayday Concert Themed Travel Photography Guide

Date: September 19-21, 2025 (During the concert)

Theme: A Time-Space Dialogue Between Rock Carnival and Historical Fireworks

Day 1 (September 19): Lake Light Energy × Rock Overture

Morning: Hotel Aesthetic Exploration

• Heated Pool: 28℃ lake water reflecting Zaha Hadid’s architectural curves, shoot a “rock spirit swimming in the starry sky” series wearing a satin slip dress, using water reflections and floor-to-ceiling windows for composition.

• Pet Paradise: Interact and capture moments with alpacas, holding Mayday lyric books or glow sticks as props, freezing the healing moment of “Ashin’s letter.”

• BYREDO Suite: Window-side bathtub + panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, selfie in front of the mirror with full atmosphere, echoing relaxation before the concert.

Afternoon: Collision of Art and Music

• Meixi Lake Art Center: Shoot futuristic photos with Zaha’s “Hibiscus” design as the background; capture the flow of light and shadow from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM, with lake reflections and streamlined architecture forming geometric aesthetics.

• Music Fountain Plaza: At 7:30 PM, the fountain dances to music, with a 30-meter-high water screen intertwined with neon lights, shooting a night scene full of technology and art.

Night: Concert Exterior and Local Life

• Outside Helong Stadium: One hour after the concert ends (10:30 PM - 11:30 PM), use the giant microphone stand as the background to capture the sea of glow sticks and the tear-jerking moment with the “Stubborn” light sign.

• Donggua Mountain Night Market: Shoot local snacks like Wen Ge beef skewers and Dandan hot stew, capturing the lively atmosphere with neon signs.

Day 2 (September 20): Afterglow of Sound Waves × Echoes of History

Early Morning: Lakeside Jogging and Light Capture

• Jog along the hotel lakeside, shoot dynamic scenes of jogging in the morning mist, echoing the open-mindedness of Mayday’s “Life Sea.”

• Tianxin Pavilion: Wear Hanfu to shoot ancient-style photos, contrasting blue bricks and gray tiles with red walls and green tiles, blending historical sense. Recommended shooting time is 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM for soft light capturing eaves’ side shadows and ancient city wall paths.

Afternoon: Immersive Theater Tour and Industrial Style Exploration

• Oil Factory · 1936: Red brick oil tanks and naked-eye 4D art exhibition, shoot industrial-style decadent aesthetics, paired with denim jackets and metal accessories.

• Chayan Yuese Century Love Store: Nitrogen cold brew tea + butter cold brew, shoot creative drink close-ups of the “Muggle’s Butter World.”

Night: Inside the Concert and City Skyline

• Inside Helong Stadium: Arrive 2 hours early, shoot fan support walls and a sea of light signs; capture silhouettes of “anticipation before the show” before the start.

• IFS International Finance Square: Check in at the rooftop KAWS sculpture, overlook the city panorama to conclude the journey.

Day 3 (September 21): Ultimate Carnival × Time Capsule

Morning: Hotel Theme Room and Breakfast Ritual

• Super Wings Family Room: Cute decoration + children’s playground, shoot family travel photos holding Mayday album cover props.

• Wild Restaurant Breakfast: Fried eggs and bacon arranged in a “525” shape, recording the energetic moment of the concert’s last day.

Afternoon: Free Activities and Departure

• Xie Zilong Image Museum: Shoot film-style portraits in front of pure white geometric architecture, switching black and white filters to enhance mood.

• Taiping Old Street: Shoot stinky tofu and sugar oil rice cakes, take a “time travel through old Changsha” nine-grid photo in front of red walls.

Professional Travel Photography Service Recommendations

1. Meixi Lake Jinmao Hotel Travel Photography Package: Includes 5 retouched photos + originals, optional scenes like pool, terrace, guest rooms, with one-on-one photographer guidance.

2. Tianxin Pavilion Ancient Style Follow Shoot: Rent Hanfu for 50 RMB/2 hours, paired with oil-paper umbrella and lantern, unlock ancient-style photos like the “Love-ing” MV.

Transportation and Accommodation Tips

• Transportation:

◦ The hotel is 411 meters from Culture and Arts Center Station on Metro Line 2, direct to Helong Stadium (transfer from Line 2 to Line 1).

◦ After the concert, it is recommended to take a taxi back to the hotel to avoid congestion; or take the metro to Wuyi Square Station for transfer.

• Accommodation:

◦ Meixi Lake Jinmao Luxury Collection Hotel: Recommended “Yunjing Royal Residence | Jinmao Presidential Suite,” with kitchen + study + panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, suitable for families or friends groups.

◦ Wanmo VANMO Hotel (Helong Stadium Branch): 5-minute walk to the venue, offers concert shuttle service.

Food Highlights

• Huogongdian: Intangible cultural heritage stinky tofu + sister dumplings, take a “time travel through old Changsha” nine-grid photo in front of red walls.

• Tianbao Brothers: Red oil shrimp tails + flavored crab, capture the lively night market atmosphere under stall lighting.

• Chef Fei’s Spicy Stir-fried Pork: Full wok aroma Hunan cuisine, interact with chili jar props for photos.

From the tranquil lake light of Meixi Lake to the roaring sound waves of Helong Stadium, from Zaha Hadid’s avant-garde architecture to Tianxin Pavilion’s millennia-old cultural heritage, this travel photography is not only a visual feast but also a blend of youth and history. Take this guide and capture your own Changsha September with your lens!