1. Photographer's Position: The photographer stands at a higher position, taking photos from an overhead angle to capture the water surface and the surrounding scenery.
2. Composition Technique: Use horizontal composition, with the water surface as the dividing line, splitting the frame into two parts: the upper part features bridges and distant views, while the lower part includes boats, docks, and nearby plants.
3. Lens Usage: Use a standard lens to naturally reproduce the scene, ensuring that the proportions of the elements in the frame are harmonious.

1. Travel Tips:
  ① Admission Fee: 20 RMB, half price for students.
  ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, last entry at 4:30 PM.
  ③ Best Time for Photography: Clear days or evenings offer the best light and shadow, creating a stunning effect.
2. Other Tips:
  ① Allow 2-3 hours to slowly experience the historical atmosphere.
  ② The stone slabs on the bridge can be slippery, so wear non-slip shoes for safety.

Lugou Bridge - Lake Side Yacht

Photo by Lugou Bridge - Stele of Lugou Dawn Moon

Lugou Bridge - Stele of Lugou Dawn Moon

Photo by Lugou Bridge - Inscribed Stone Stele

Lugou Bridge - Inscribed Stone Stele

I recommend that photographers stand not far from the stone lions and shoot with a slight upward angle; place the stone lions in the center of the frame, and include the sky and the outline of the distant bridge in the background, keeping it simple and uncluttered; a wide-angle lens is suggested for this shot.

Admission price: Adults 20 RMB, free for those under 18 and over 60, 10 RMB for college students with a valid ID.

Lugou Bridge - Stone Lions

1. Positioning: The photographer stands at the side-front of the model, at about the same height as the model for the shoot.
2. Composition Technique: A shallow depth of field is used, with stone lions and railings on the bridge as background elements. The background is blurred to highlight the model, while using leading lines, such as the extension of the bridge, to guide the viewer's gaze to the model.
3. Lens Usage: A medium telephoto lens is used to compress the space, making the background elements more concentrated. This enhances the overall tightness of the frame and emphasizes the main subject.
Travel Tips:
① Admission: 20 yuan (half price for students);
② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM);
③ The best time for photos is on a sunny day or at dusk, when the interplay of light and shadow creates a beautiful atmosphere.
Other Tips:
① Allow 2-3 hours to fully soak in the historical ambiance;
② The bridge surface

Lugou Bridge - On the ancient bridge

The photographer stands slightly to one side in front of the stone lion, ensuring that the lion and the background stone monument are both in the frame. The composition uses a foreground-background arrangement, with the stone lion in the foreground, clearly showcasing the detailed head carvings. The middle ground includes the complete inscription of "Lugou Bridge" on the stone monument, enhancing the depth of the image. The main subject, the stone lion, the entire stone monument, and parts of the railing and greenery are captured using a telephoto lens to compress the space, making the foreground and background more compact and highlighting the details and historical atmosphere of the relics.

Additional tips: Avoid crowds by visiting during off-peak hours.

Beijing Lugou Bridge - Stone Steles and Stone Lions

The photographer uses an upward shooting angle and a front-to-back composition. The foreground prominently features the details of the stone lion, while the midground includes the red roof of the building and a blue plaque. The background retains the green trees and sky to enhance depth. The stone lion is positioned slightly to the left of the center of the frame, with the building on the right to balance the composition, showcasing the integration of the ancient site with its surroundings.
Shooting Time: It is recommended to shoot during clear weather with good daylight.

Lugou Bridge - Stone Lions, Greenery, and Architecture by the Bridge

Using leading lines in the composition, the curved lines of the bridge and the natural extension of the stone lions guide the viewer's eye to the distant ancient buildings, enhancing the sense of depth. The camera is positioned on the bridge, facing the direction of the bridge’s extension. The frame includes the stone lions in the foreground on the left, the arched bridge in the midground, and the ancient buildings and sky in the background, creating a rich sense of layers. It is recommended to use a telephoto lens to compress the space, highlighting the overall structure of the bridge and the details in the distance.

Lugou Bridge - Stone lions on the bridge and distant pagodas in the same frame.

Photo by Lugou Bridge - Introduction Stone Stele of Lugou Bridge

Lugou Bridge - Introduction Stone Stele of Lugou Bridge

Photo by Lugou Bridge - People's Café Building Exterior Night View

Lugou Bridge - People's Café Building Exterior Night View