This amazing spiral architecture is great for a classic look down. The black and white contrast accentuates the depth, making the spiral seem as if it's infinite.
Plan
Overview
Skill level
Easy
Accessbility
Hours
Anytime
Fee
Free
Pack
Wide-angle lens
Model
How to get there
N31° 12' 56.0556"E121° 32' 19.5288"
It's a bit tricky to get to this apartment complex at . You have to head to the Donghe Apartment Complex at Jinkang Rd, Pudong Xinqu, Shanghai Shi, China, 200135 and get passed the security there. Usually they ask who you want to see, just tell them you are there to see a friend. Once inside you can go to any of the buildings for this shot. You just have to wait for a resident to leave and enter after them.
Review:
This image is of a look down in one of the buildings in the Donghe Apartment Complex. The reception will let you into the complex if you are staying there or informing them that you're visiting a resident.
Once inside, follow the GPS coordinates which will lead you to this spiral structure.
By Metro:
- Closest Station: Shanghai Science (Line 2)
- Take Exit 6
- Turn right on Jinxiu Road
- Turn right on Jinyan Road
- Turn left on Jinkang road
Address:
Donghe Apartment Complex, Jinkang Rd, Pudong Xinqu, Shanghai Shi, Trung Quốc, 200086
Tips
When to go
Best season
All months
Best time
Morning, Mid-day, Late afternoon
All months are suitable to photograph the look down at the Donghe Apartment Complex.
Capture the natural light coming through the top of the spiral during any time of the day.
Field tips
Safety first! Don't attempt to sit on the edge of the rings since they are slightly tilted inwards and not safe to sit on.
It would be hard to capture the entirety of this circular architecture if you don't have a wide-angle lens (at least 16mm). So make sure to bring one if possible.
By having the model position themselves a couple floors below where you're standing, you'll be able to capture depth and scale to the image.
Be patient and wait for one of the residents to cross your frame.
Current weather
Shanghai
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Blue Hour
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Sunrise
20:54
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Golden Hour
10:27
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Sunset
11:03
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Do nearby
Along the nearby Zhangjiabang River, there are coffee shops, bars and restaurants. Explore!