Monster Building
If you only come to photograph one of the most iconic public housing estates in Hong Kong, Monster Building is the top choice for most people. Recommended shooting positions: ① In the middle of the 'E-shaped' structure, looking up, is the most classic position. Using a wide-angle lens will yield the best results, and utilizing the panorama function is also a creative option. ② For photographing people, it's best to have them stand in the recessed areas of the building cluster and be close to the lens.
The most photogenic scene is when Temple Street comes alive at night, with the street-side stalls set up, looking like colorful ribbons from a distance. Recommended shooting location: There is a large parking building directly opposite Temple Street. You can take the elevator up, and from there you can capture the entire street view. The 4th floor offers a suitable shooting height.
Victoria Peak
As this is the best spot, the observation deck is always crowded. It is recommended to go up the mountain around 4 PM and stay until it gets dark. You can capture different views during the day, at dusk, and at night. Going a bit earlier can also help you secure a good spot.
Chungking Mansions is home to residents and merchants from over 100 countries around the world, earning it the nickname 'Little United Nations of Hong Kong.' Wong Kar-wai's film 'Chungking Express' was also filmed here. The building houses many budget hotels, shops, restaurants, and currency exchange stores. If you're interested, you can enter the building, take the elevator to the 3rd floor, and look up to capture the atrium-like view.
The Star Ferry Pier has a very retro design and color scheme, as if time has stopped in the old days. The white and green walls and stairs, the black mottled fans, and the old large windows casting shadows all add a sense of story to this place.
Hong Kong MTR Station (Jordan as an example)
Hong Kong's MTR stations are also a must-visit classic photo spot. Most first-time visitors to Hong Kong are attracted by the variously colored mosaic walls in the major MTR stations. Some even get off at each station specifically to photograph the different colored MTR stations and their names.
