A must-visit for photography enthusiasts! These 8 shooting spots are exclusive online releases

Based on the latest photography trends and exclusive online shooting spot information, combined with the characteristics of Shanghai, Tokyo, Chongqing, Tianjin, Xiamen, and other places, we have compiled 8 little-known yet visually striking shooting locations. These cover multiple themes including cityscapes, cultural streets, and natural light and shadow, satisfying photography lovers' pursuit of a "first-release feel" and "uniqueness."

1. North Tower of Hyatt on the Bund, Shanghai
📍Location: High floors of the North Tower of Hyatt on the Bund, North Bund
✨Features: 270° panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows offering a full view of the Lujiazui skyline, the Bund’s international architectural exhibition cluster, and the confluence of Suzhou River and Huangpu River. At night, when the lights come on, you can capture the "golden ratio" composition between the Bund and Pudong. It is recommended to use a wide-angle lens for panoramas and a telephoto lens to capture light trails of the Oriental Pearl Tower and the Shanghai World Financial Center.

2. 34F Café on Azabudai Hill, Tokyo
📍Location: 34th floor of Azabudai Hill Building, Minato Ward, Tokyo
✨Features: Indoor high-altitude observation deck, requires a 500 yen entrance fee plus coffee purchase. At night, you can shoot both Tokyo Tower and the city nightscape simultaneously, with reflections on the glass curtain wall creating a surreal interplay of reality and illusion. Recommended to use a medium to long telephoto lens to compress space and capture the contrast between the warm light at the tower’s tip and the cool light trails of traffic.

3. Xie Xiao Road Overpass (Egongyan Bridge), Chongqing
📍Location: Xie Xiao Road Overpass, Xiejiawan Street, Jiulongpo District
✨Features: A representative spot for three-dimensional traffic and the magical mountain city, capturing the "8D Chongqing" with Egongyan Bridge and Rail Line 2 in the same frame. A telephoto lens (recommended 150mm or above) is needed to bring the space closer. Shoot at dusk during the blue hour to capture the bridge lights and the dynamic light trails of the light rail.

4. Rooftop of Shouchuang Dahe Chenzhang, Tianjin
📍Location: Rooftop of Shouchuang Dahe Chenzhang residential area, Hongqiao District
✨Features: A hidden vantage point overlooking the Haihe River, Tianjin Eye, and the city skyline. A telephoto lens can compress the frame to highlight the geometric beauty of the Ferris wheel and the staggered high-rise buildings behind it. It is recommended to shoot before sunrise, using morning mist to create a hazy atmosphere.

5. Twin Towers Spot at Shapowei, Xiamen
📍Location: No. 47 Minzu Road, Siming District
✨Features: A collision of old town life and modern landmarks, with the vintage arcade buildings of Shapowei as the foreground and the Twin Towers as the background, forming a contrast between old and new. Recommended to shoot from a low angle with a wide-angle lens to enhance visual tension. Overcast or rainy weather can add a film-like texture.

6. Kaledo Tower Old Street, Tokyo
📍Location: 1-chome Higashi Azabu, Minato Ward
✨Features: A narrow old street full of Showa-era charm, with Tokyo Tower rising from among low traditional buildings at the end. It is recommended to use a 24-70mm lens and shoot leaning on the railing to capture interactions between people and the tower. Afternoon oblique light can enhance the depth of the image.

7. British-style Spot at Jintang Bridge, Tianjin
📍Location: Stair corner on the south side of Jintang Bridge, Hebei District
✨Features: With the former Austro-Hungarian consulate as the background, the arched bridge and European-style buildings form a symmetrical composition, ideal for portrait photography. On cloudy days, lower saturation to highlight the sophisticated gray tones; on sunny days, use a polarizing filter to enhance the contrast between the blue sky and red bricks.

8. Wanshi Canghai Section of Shanhai Health Trail, Xiamen
📍Location: Trail near Sanguan Dao Yuan, Siming District
✨Features: A spiraling steel structure walkway combined with Shangli Reservoir below forms a "Mobius strip"-style landscape. The best perspective is aerial photography; for ground shots, it is recommended to use an ultra-wide-angle lens (such as 12-24mm). Early morning mist can create an ink painting-like atmosphere.

Photography Tips

Be cautious of safety when climbing buildings and avoid disturbing residents;
Plan light and shadow angles in advance using apps like "Qiaoshe" or "Planit";
For cityscapes, it is recommended to use ND filters for long exposures (such as 10-15 seconds) to soften traffic and crowds.