Using a centered composition, the stone lion is placed in the center of the frame to highlight the subject. The photographer shoots from a level angle, maintaining eye level with the stone lion; the framing includes the red wall on the left, ancient buildings, and trees and pillars on the right, enhancing the depth of the environment. Travel Tip: It is recommended to visit and take photos around 4 PM on a sunny afternoon for soft lighting.

Jie Tai Temple Scenic Area - The Monkey King's Mountain Gate Temple filming location

The model stands next to the stone stele, mimicking the poses of the characters from "Journey to the West." The photographer, positioned in front of the model, uses a standard lens to capture the model, the stone stele, and the ancient architecture in the frame.

Travel Tip: Admission is 45 RMB per person.

Jietai Temple - Same Style Stone Stele as in Journey to the West

The photographer should shoot from a slightly lower angle to emphasize the main architecture of the temple, with the plaque and incense burner as the visual focus. The color combination of red walls, green tiles, and black-and-gold incense burners highlights the solemnity of the ancient buildings, conveying the reverent atmosphere of the religious site. Ensure that the elements in the frame are stable and well-presented.

Travel Guide:
1. Admission Price: 45 RMB for adults, half-price for students, and free for seniors aged 60 and above.
2. Opening Hours: Spring and Summer: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM; Autumn and Winter: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM.

Jietai Temple Mahavira Hall - Filming Location for "The Legend of Zhen Huan"

The photographer shoots from a diagonal front position of the subject at a slightly downward angle, which allows for showcasing the spatial relationship between the subject and background elements. Placing the subject at the center of the frame emphasizes their prominence, while using a standard lens ensures a realistic reproduction of the scene’s spatial depth and details of the subject’s attire, capturing the texture of a classical setting.

Travel Tip: The admission fee is 45 RMB per person.

Jietai Temple - The location of the bell in the Mahavira Hall, as seen in the TV series "Empresses in the Palace."

It is recommended to use eye-level shots, as they create a sense of equality and warmth, helping to establish a natural connection between the viewer and the subject. The red grilles in the background serve as a frame, enclosing the person and drawing the viewer’s attention to them. This compositional technique also adds depth and layers to the image. We recommend using a standard focal length lens, which can realistically capture the proportions of the scene and the subject, avoiding the distortion from wide-angle lenses and the compression from telephoto lenses.

1. Travel Tips: Admission is 45 RMB per person.
2. Other Tips: The photo spots are mainly around the Great Buddha Hall, with many popular locations both in front of and behind the hall.

Jie Tai Temple - Red Door Frame featured in Journey to the West

The photographer uses the same shooting angle, employing central composition to highlight the subject, and recommends using a standard lens for the shoot.
1. Travel Tips: Admission is 45 RMB.
2. Other Experiences: The attraction is quite far from the city center, taking about 2 to 3 hours by bus, or around 40 minutes by taxi.

Jietai Temple - railings similar to those in Journey to the West

The photographer stands in front of the subject, using a top-down angle to capture the scene. The subject is positioned at the center of the frame, with stairs and greenery occupying the rest of the composition. A standard lens is recommended to accurately depict the scene and showcase the spatial relationship between the subject and the Jing台上寺 (Jingtaosi) environment, recording the atmosphere of different periods.

Travel Tip: Admission is 45 RMB.

Jietai Temple - Same Staircase as in "Journey to the West"

The photographer stands at a height similar to the subject’s and at a slight distance, shooting from the side. Using the lilac flowers in the foreground for composition, the subject is placed in the lower right corner of the frame, with the stairs forming leading lines that guide the viewer’s eye toward the subject. A medium focal length lens is used to blur the foreground and highlight the subject, creating a atmospheric feel.

Travel Tip: The lilac flowers bloom in late April.

Jie Tai Temple - Ladder under Lilac Blossoms