Top 10 Spots for Pre-Wedding Photos in Hong Kong with Affiance Wedding
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Hong Kong beckons you, your other half, and your photographer to a picturesque urban-versus-nature encounter
Hong Kong, the tower-studded urbanite of Asia, houses a fusion of West and East, as well as tradition and sophistication. Its breathtaking skyline view amidst the Avenue of Stars, the local tradition-infused temples and scrumptious dai pai dong (open-air food stalls) gourmet attracts many to experience its uniquely captivating glory. Check out our list of some of the best pre-wedding photoshoot spots by AFFIANCE WEDDING in Hong Kong!
1. Cattle Depot Artists Village in To Kwa Wan
With its eerie past as a slaughterhouse in the early 20th century, To Kwa Wan’s Cattle Depot Artists Village is a distinctive local creative hub that houses around twenty art groups. This location may not appeal to all couples, however, its artistic aura and stunning environments is enough for it to appear as a backdrop for the wedding pictorials of many local newlyweds.
2. The Peak
The Peak is one of Hong Kong’s most treasured classic, a must-visit for all couples looking for a polished collection of wedding photographs. Probably one of the best spots for a view of the entirety of Hong Kong (only on a good, sunny day – beware of shrouds of mist and fog), it is also an impeccable location for sightseeing. However, be prepared for the heaps of tourists that will require extra patience!
3. Tai Mei Tuk
This gorgeous and secluded location sits near the Plover Cove Reservoir in the Tai Po District, New Territories. Away from the bustling urban scene, Tai Mei Tuk serves as a haven of breathtaking tranquility that you and your other half would definitely want to include in your most cherished wedding pictorial!
4. Shek O
To capture Hong Kong’s most striking natural beauty, head over to the Southern beachside village Shek O, a setting that had appeared in numerous Cantonese Pop music videos. This popular location houses Shek O Beach and a country club with a private golf course, and is deemed a spectacular getaway, as well as the ideal backdrop for wedding photoshoots.
5. Central
Change it up a bit, and set up those lights and cameras amidst the buzzing urban center of Hong Kong – Central! There is nothing that describes Hong Kong better, than the ‘city that never sleeps’, one that surrounds itself with bright, dazzling lights and never-ending liveliness.
6. Nam Sang Wai
Nam Sang Wai is a lesser-known wetland area in north Yuen Long, and its pastoral sceneries with untainted farms and ponds gives off a tranquil ambience like no other. The picturesque tree-lined paths and Shan Pui River beckons all brides and grooms-to-be for a dreamy afternoon photoshoot session.
7. High Island Reservoir
Recommended as one of the top spots for romantic and remote dates, the High Island Reservoir is located at the far southeastern part of the Sai Kung Peninsula, a little-known area that is sparsely populated. The non-existent crowds and bustle acts a change from Hong Kong’s usual urban image, and the reservoir provides an aptly preserved and secluded location for beautiful wedding pictorials.
8. Lai Chi Kok Park
The Lai Chi Kok Park is deemed one of Hong Kong’s most beautiful public parks. Its lush greeneries, paired with a traditional Chinese Lingnan-style garden, snags the garden its throne as one of the most popular wedding photoshoot locations amongst locals. You and your other half can also pose with sculptures of the Lingnan artistry, clear ponds and over 300 plant species!
9. Duddell Street
Duddell Street is also located in the busy Central District, and is notable for its four erected gas-powered street lamps – the only four in the entirety of Hong Kong. This historically aware and aesthetic location also houses a flight of beautiful granite steps built in the late 19th century that is an ideal backdrop for wedding photoshoots.
10. The Hong Kong Observation Wheel
The observation wheel is one of Hong Kong’s most recently added tourist attractions. It is a venue that can provide high-up, stunning views of Victoria Harbour, as well as the skyline, as it is conveniently located near the island shores. If you are looking to capture both the skyline and the gorgeous, lit-up body of the Ferris wheel at night, this location should definitely be on your list of top spots for wedding photoshoots in Hong Kong.
About Affiance Wedding
Affiance Wedding is a Hong Kong-based service provider for brides and grooms-to-be, catering to wedding needs ranging from photoshoots, dress and suit rentals, to providing consultants with ample experience in all aspects of wedding planning.
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