Save This! These Spots in Downtown Shanghai Are Perfect for Cherry Blossom Photography!

As cherry blossoms gradually bloom, Shanghai will become a sea of cherry blossoms in mid-to-late March. Here are some great spots in downtown Shanghai for cherry blossom photography:

1. Park Below the Oriental Pearl Tower
   • Use an ultra-wide-angle lens at night to capture the cherry blossoms surrounding the Oriental Pearl Tower.
   • The blue hour (twilight) offers excellent lighting for photography.
   • Shoot from the stairs of the overpass, where the Starbucks logo complements the cherry blossoms.
2. Pudong South Road (Former Dongchang Road) Metro Station
   • Cherry blossoms greet you right outside the metro station, perfect for capturing the blend of blossoms and urban scenery.
   • Use aerial photography to create a panoramic shot featuring the "Three Pieces" (Lujiazui skyscrapers), cherry blossoms, and the photographer.
3. Hongkou Football Stadium
   • Find a framing composition among the cherry blossoms and wait for a passing train to capture the perfect shot.
   • A nearby tea shop with a Japanese-style aesthetic is great for daytime and nighttime photography, especially when the pink lights turn on in the evening.
   • Classic photo spots and capturing pedestrians on the overpass through the cherry blossoms.