1. Beijing — The Capital of Chinese Cinema
Beijing remains the #1 destination for international productions in China. Key filming locations include: the Forbidden City and imperial palaces (permit required, available for select productions), modern landmarks like the CCTV Headquarters and Beijing Daxing International Airport, traditional hutong neighborhoods for authentic street scenes, and multiple world-class studio complexes including China Film Studio and Huairou Film Base.
Zhanru's Beijing depot is our largest, offering the most comprehensive equipment inventory and experienced bilingual crew.
2. Shanghai — Commercial & Modern Productions
Shanghai's blend of Art Deco heritage architecture along the Bund with ultra-modern skyscrapers in Pudong makes it ideal for commercial, fashion, and contemporary drama productions. The city's well-developed production infrastructure supports high-volume commercial shoots.
3. Hengdian World Studios — Period Drama Paradise
The world's largest outdoor film studio complex in Zhejiang province features full-scale replicas of historical Chinese palaces, streets, and landscapes spanning multiple dynasties. Over 300 productions shoot here annually.
4. Xi'an — Ancient Capital & Silk Road Heritage
Xi'an offers unparalleled access to ancient Chinese history — from the Terracotta Warriors to the ancient city walls and Muslim Quarter. Perfect for documentary, historical drama, and cultural content production.
5. Chongqing — Cyberpunk Cityscapes
Chongqing's dramatic hillside architecture, multi-level transportation systems, and neon-lit streets have made it a favorite for sci-fi and contemporary action productions. The city's unique topography offers visual angles impossible to find elsewhere.
6-10. Emerging Locations
Other top filming locations include: Guilin (karst landscapes), Yunnan Province (ethnic diversity and mountain scenery), Dunhuang (Silk Road desert aesthetics), Qingdao (coastal city with major studio infrastructure), and Hainan (tropical settings with growing studio capacity).
Equipment Support
Zhanru provides equipment rental and delivery to all locations across China. For productions outside our five depot cities, we offer express logistics with next-day delivery and on-location technical support.