location-photo
camera
len
Sony Alpha 7R III
Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM Lens
Shutter Speed
1/2 sec
Aperture
f/2.8
Focal Length
16mm
ISO
50

Lujiazui Bus Station view of Shanghai World Financial Center, Shanghai Tower & Jin Mao Tower

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@nathan_ackley
Visit this incredible location to capture local buses zooming by towering Shanghai skyscrapers.

Plan

Overview

Skill level

Easy
Accessbility
Public Location

Hours

Anytime

Fee

Free

Pack

  • Wide-angle lens (16mm)
  • Tripod
  • Model
  • Lighting kit

How to get there

N31° 14' 14.316"E121° 30' 15.1488"
The featured image was taken at the Lujiazui Bus Station. You'll find it at the intersection of Lujiazui East and Yincheng Middle Road. Upon arrival the bus station, find the 'no traffic' white lines on the ground. You can walk into that area safely and set up your tripod. I faced southeast to frame the epic skyscrapers. By Metro: - Closest Station: Lujiazui (Line 2) - Take Exit 5 - Turn left on Lujiazui East Road - The destination will be on your left (next to Lujiazui Central Green)

Tips

When to go

Best season

All months

Best time

Night
All months of the year are great to photograph from the Lujiazui Bus Station.
Visit at night to capture the light trails of the passing buses, as well as the illuminated skyscrapers in the background.

Field tips

By using a wide-angle lens (16mm), you'll be able to capture the motion of the bus, a model and the towering buildings in the background.
The frequency of the buses are sort of random, so be patient while waiting for them to pass through. It could take up to 30 minutes to get the right shot.
You'll need a tripod and a long shutter speed for a blur-free exposure of the light trails.
Have your model stand still if you want a crisp shot.

Current weather

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Blue Hour

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Sunrise

21:01
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Golden Hour

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Sunset

11:00
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Do nearby

There are many authentic Chinese restaurants nearby, but if you'd like to try something unexpected, there's a Taco Bell along Shiji Dadao Road. It's just a two-minute walk from the metro! (1/F, 55 Shiji Dadao Road, Shanghai)

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