Saint Sophia Cathedral

Saint Sophia Cathedral Apart from the icy and snowy weather, the summer in Harbin is actually also worth a visit, definitely a cool and affordable vacation destination. Speaking of Harbin, the first thing that comes to everyone's mind is surely the Saint Sophia Cathedral! This Eastern Orthodox church was built in 1907, perfectly integrating the typical Byzantine style with Russian traditional architectural elements, and is undoubtedly Harbin's most famous landmark building. The Saint Sophia Cathedral boasts a striking green main dome and four smaller green tented roofs, which, paired with the building's red brick walls, are very eye-catching. As a result, from dawn to dusk, the site is bustling with tourists, and many are frustrated by the inability to avoid the crowds and take beautiful photos. So, this guide to the ultimate photo spots for avoiding people is something you'll want to keep! 1 Photo Spot One (Picture 1) The intersection of Zhaolin Street and Toulong Street You can take photos of the octagonal pavilion in Sophia Square and Saint Sophia Cathedral in the same frame. Although it's a crossroad, people just pass by without stopping, so just wait for a few red lights and seize the right moment to capture an empty shot. 2 Photo Spot Two (Picture 2) The eastern underground entrance of Sophia Square Actually, a lot of people take photos from this spot, but since the space that can accommodate people is limited, everyone consciously lines up, so there won't be any passersby photobombing.