Also explore other angles, such as framing a building through an archway, shooting reflections in puddles or windows, and narrowing in on a small area to represent the whole structure. If you're shooting architectural detail, you'll want everything in sharp focus, so use a small aperture for good depth of field. If you must use a slow shutter speed, steady your camera with a tripod or brace it on a wall or railing. Sidelighting enhances details, such as a heavily carved cathedral door or a bas-relief. And if you want to give even richer detail to the picture, underexposing by one stop may help you achieve this.
People give cities flavor and color.
You can capture the dynamic feeling of a large city by taking pictures at a busy terminal during rush hour. Such a photo can be a real reminder of what it was like to experience big-city life. One picture of a night scene isn't enough. Take several shots at different exposure settings to make sure you get an image that captures the look you're after. A star filter will give an added sparkle to city lights.