Joanna James
From its colourful colonial past and ties to mainland China, Hong Kong is the perfect destination for updating your social media posts, with unique pics of contemporary and vintage locations. Check out this list for the best places to take photos in Hong Kong,
You may recognise this location as the Monster Building from the Transformers movie, Age of Extinction. Montane Mansion is a part of the infamous monster building, a cluster of densely populated apartment complexes. It's the perfect place to feed the artsy photographer in you, as the Montane Mansion aptly demonstrates the close-knit type of housing synonymous with Hong Kong's bustling population and rank as the world's fourth over-populated city. So expect to capture loads of character as you pose at this site, perhaps even in front of a large sign that clearly says this is private property.
The place is located in Quarry Bay, close to top attractions in Hong Kong—making it easy for you to get there from your Hong Kong budget hotel. You will find plenty of budget stays in nearby Kowloon, with those like Dorsett Mongkok Hong Kong situated between Tai Kok Sui and Mongkok, which are notable touristy areas.
This place is magical and will certainly reward you with one-of-a-kind pics. The park is a green sanctuary festooned with traditional Chinese architecture, reflected in the stone arches and other little details your artist's eye is sure to notice. In the background are modern buildings typical of contemporary Hong Kong, blending perfectly with the antique-style nuance of the park, and offering interesting angles for unique photos blending old and new. Best of all, this spot too is only 16 minutes from most budget-friendly Mongkok hotels.
This is one spot you don't want to miss for some outstanding Instagram-worthy pics. Art Lane is a stretch of road decorated by nine local and international artists. The length of the lane is decorated with colourful murals showcasing music, art, and the element of happiness embedded in them. Go check out the larger pieces; each one is a unique depiction of how influential street art can be in highlighting everyday experiences and places in a different light.
This one you can't miss—nothing is more uniquely Hong Kong than Victoria Harbour. The harbour separates Hong Kong Island from the mainland at the Kowloon peninsula; hence it's easy to reach from Hong Kong city hotels in vibrant Kowloon. Apart from snapping some great photos, you can also enjoy a leisurely walk along the water's edge, an iconic Hong Kong experience to savour.
If you want some beautiful pics of Hong Kong City from a higher elevation, there is no better place than the summit of Lion Rock Hill. Make the short hike to the top, and you will discover serene surroundings that are less crowded than popular touristy spots like Victoria Peak. It is the ideal location for blending nature with bird's-eye views of the city below.
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