Watch the sunset at Taigucang Wharf in Guangzhou to heal your day

Here is a guide to taking photos of the sunset at Taigucang Wharf in Guangzhou:

Transportation and time

• Transportation: Take Metro Line 8 or Guangfo Line to Shayuan Station, and walk about 900 meters from Exit A; you can also take Bus 303, 989, or 995 to Taigucang Wharf Station; if you drive, navigate to Taigucang Wharf, there is a parking lot nearby.

• Time: It is recommended to arrive around 5 pm, you can get familiar with the environment first and wait for the sunset. The sunset is later in summer, so you can go a little later.

Photo spots

• Taigucang Wharf: You can take photos of historical buildings, wharf scenery, and the beautiful sunset glow on the river.

• Giant Graffiti Wall: Located opposite Taigucang, it is full of American street style, with a "giant three-dimensional cruise ship" as the background, take photos that echo the sunset.

• Sunset Bar·No. 2 Wharf: The open-air bar has a great location, where you can enjoy delicious food and the sunset. Book a seat one or two days in advance.

• Volunteer Park North District: There is the best place to watch the sunset, you can sit on the steps and enjoy the sunset and the colorful clouds in the sky.

Photography tips

• Adjust the settings in advance: Since it involves backlight shooting, you can appropriately increase the exposure compensation to take clearer subjects and gorgeous skies.

• Use foreground composition: Use the railings, street lamps, and parked yachts by the river as the foreground to increase the layering and sense of space in the photo.

• Take silhouettes: Before sunset, use soft side backlighting to take silhouettes of people or objects to create an artistic feel.

• Capture the blue moment: About 20 minutes after sunset, the sky will show a dreamy blue-orange gradient, and you can take photos with a unique atmosphere at this time.

Dressing suggestions

• Fresh and simple style: Girls can wear light-colored dresses, and boys can choose light-colored shirts with casual pants to blend in with the warm tones of the sunset.

• Retro style: Wear retro-style clothes, such as retro dresses, overalls, etc., to complement the retro atmosphere of Taigucang.

Precautions

• Check the weather forecast in advance and choose a sunny day to go.

• Pay attention to your safety when shooting, and do not approach the river or the edge of the wharf.

• Respect the privacy and rights of others, and do not affect the normal activities of others.