Traveling in Guangzhou, here is the guide to taking photos and checking in at Baiyun Mountain
The following is a guide to taking photos at Baiyun Mountain in Guangzhou:
Photography locations
• South Gate of Baiyun Mountain: There is a large archway, which is suitable for taking photos of tourists.
• Hilltop Plaza: overlooking the Guangzhou CBD city skyline, and taking in the red walls, window frames and slender waist.
• Mount Davis: The highest peak of Baiyun Mountain, where you can take more spectacular photos of the city and the Pearl River in the distance.
• Baiyun Evening View: In the southwest of Baiyun Mountain, it is a good place to watch the sunset.
• Pearl Tower: There are lakes and pavilions, where you can take photos of the lake and mountains.
• Taohuajian: There are a lot of peach blossoms and streams, which is suitable for taking photos in Hanfu.
• Huangpodong Reservoir: In autumn and winter, there are reflections of bald cypress trees, where you can take pictures of the tranquil natural scenery.
• Yuntai Garden: It has a sea of flowers, European-style buildings and sculptures, suitable for taking beautiful photos.
Photo time
• Morning: The air is fresh and the sunlight is soft. You can take photos of the sunrise and morning mist.
• Evening: The city and mountains are beautiful in the afterglow of the setting sun, and you can take pictures of the sunset and the evening glow.
• Night: The city is brightly lit and you can take photos of the night scene of the city and the starry sky.
Photography Tips
• Use a tripod: Keep the camera steady when taking night scenes and long exposure photos.
• Use foreground and background: For example, use leaves, flowers, etc. as foreground to increase the layering of the photo.
• Pay attention to light composition: shoot with the light coming from you for clear and bright pictures, shoot silhouettes against the light, and use the rule of thirds, symmetry, etc. for composition.
Route Planning
• Lazy Route: Take the cable car from the South Gate to the mountaintop square, then walk the aerial plank road to Mount Davis, suitable for traveling with children or the elderly.
• Classic route: Enter from the west gate, visit Pearl Tower, Peach Blossom Stream, and Mount Davis in turn, and check in most of the highlights.
• In-depth route: Enter through the Lotus Forest Gate, pass the Huangpodong Reservoir, Moyun Road, Dangxiong Pavilion to Baiyun Songtao, where there are few people and beautiful scenery.
Dressing Tips
• When taking photos of the sea of flowers: Wear light-colored or bright-colored clothing, such as white, pink, or yellow dresses.
• When taking photos of natural landscapes: It is recommended to wear casual and comfortable clothing, such as jeans, sneakers, etc.
• Take photos in ancient style: You can wear traditional costumes such as Hanfu and cheongsam.