The photographer stands near the railing on the bridge, with the stone lions extending from near to far, creating a sense of depth. The composition includes the close-up of the stone lions, the middle view of the bridge, and the distant view of the mountains and blue sky, enhancing the layers of the environment. This showcases the full view of the bridge and the expansive vista. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 20 RMB per person; ② Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM, with the last entry at 7:30 PM.

Lugou Bridge - railing stone lions and bridge surface

The photographer stands to one side of the statue, choosing a low angle to highlight the details and three-dimensionality of the lion statue. They use leading lines in the composition, leveraging the arrangement of the statues to create a sense of visual extension and depth. Admission price: 20 RMB, no reservation required.

Lugou Bridge - Stone Lion Colony on the Bridge

Using leading lines composition, the main stone lion is positioned at the left one-third of the frame, while a row of stone lions in the background forms a natural leading line that extends into the distance, enhancing the sense of depth. The shot is taken from a level angle, capturing a river, trees, and distant buildings in the background, adding richness to the environmental layers.

Beijing Lugou Bridge - Stone Lions at the Bridgehead

1. Positioning: The photographer stands slightly to the side and behind the subject, shooting at eye level. 2. Composition: Use a foreground composition with the person as the foreground to highlight the main subject. Additionally, use line composition, where the lines of the bridge’s railings add depth to the image. 3. Lens Usage: Use a standard lens to naturally reproduce the proportions of the subject and the scene. 1. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: 20 yuan (half price for students); ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM). 2. Other Tips: ① Allow 2-3 hours for your visit; ② The stone slabs on the bridge can be slippery, so wear non-slip shoes for safety; ③ There is a food street near Wánpíng City, where you can try local delicacies after your visit; ④ The best time for photos is on a sunny day or at dusk.

Lugou Bridge - Square behind Wanping City Tower

The photographer shoots at a slightly closer distance, using a central composition to place the stone lion in the center of the frame, with the cultural heritage protection sign and trees as the background, highlighting the historical and cultural atmosphere of the Marco Polo Bridge. 1. Travel Tips: ① Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM) ② Ticket Price: 20 RMB per person (half price for students) 2. Additional Tips: ① Visit Duration: It is recommended to allocate 2-3 hours to slowly soak in the historical atmosphere. ② Safety Advice: The bridge's stone slabs can be slippery; it is advisable to wear non-slip shoes. ③ Photography Tips: The best lighting for photos is during clear weather or at dusk when the light is soft and casts interesting shadows.

Lugou Bridge - Stone Lions