A flat angle shot with the figure standing in front of the incense burner, facing away from the camera, positioned on the left side of the frame as the foreground. Use a layered composition with the background centered on the “Crane’s Call in the Fragrant Sea” plaque. Include smoke and the incense burner in the mid-ground to add depth, highlight the main subject, and preserve the dynamic movement of the smoke. The image should be simple yet evocative. Travel Tip: Admission is 10 RMB.

Jiming Temple - Group photo with the 'Jiming Fragrance Sea' plaque and yellow walls

Photo by Ancient Jiming Temple - Ancient Pagoda

Ancient Jiming Temple - Ancient Pagoda

Using an upward shooting angle, the photographer stands directly in front of the archway to emphasize the tallness of the structure. A symmetrical composition is used to highlight the yellow walls, the central plaque reading "Ancient Jiming Temple," and the plaques on either side reading "A" and "Mi," ensuring they are symmetrically balanced. The top of the frame captures the blue tiles and sculptures in full. The shot includes the complete view of the main archway, with green trees in the background and low shrubs in the foreground to add depth. A standard focal length is used for this shot. Travel Tips: The opening hours are from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM daily (extended to 5:30 PM during peak season).

Gu Jiming Temple - Entrance Archway

The photographer stands in front of the archway, framing the scene at eye level, using the structured form of the archway to create a visual focal point, with symmetrical buildings and plants on both sides, and utilizing the archway’s doorway to create a sense of spatial depth. Other tips: ① The road at Jiming Temple is one-way; follow the signs to avoid retracing your steps. ② The entry points for e-tickets and paper tickets are different, both located at the South Gate.

Gu Jiming Temple - Memorial Archway

Photo by Gu Jiming Temple - Blessing Placards and Wind Chimes

Gu Jiming Temple - Blessing Placards and Wind Chimes

The photographer stands atop the ancient city wall for an overview shot, ensuring the camera is steady to capture the cherry blossom avenue, tram tracks, and the cityscape at night. Using leading lines in the composition, the curved tram tracks and cherry blossom trees guide the viewer's eye to the city's skyline in the distance. Travel Tips: 1. Admission Fee: Generally 10 yuan per person, but may increase to 15 yuan per person on special dates (such as certain holidays). The ticket includes three incense sticks. 2. Opening Hours: Usually 07:00-17:30, with last entry at 17:15. However, on the eve of the 19th day of the 2nd, 6th, and 9th lunar months, and on New Year's Eve, the site is open all night.

Ji Ming Temple - Ancient City Wall and Cherry Blossom Street Night View

Capture the scene using a low-angle shot with the incense stick held at the bottom of the frame, extending upwards to lead the viewer’s eye to the mid-ground circular incense burner and railing. The background should include the “Rooster Crow Fragrant Sea” plaque, ancient architecture, and a portion of the sky to add depth to the image. Hold the incense stick naturally with smoke curling up to enhance the atmosphere. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 10 RMB; ② Opening Hours: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM, last entry at 5:15 PM.

Nanjing Jiming Temple - Take a photo with the incense burner and the calligraphy plaque.

The photographer stands below the building and uses an upward angle to place the tower at the center of the frame, highlighting the main subject. It’s recommended to use a wide-angle lens to capture the grandeur of the building and its integration with the surroundings. Travel Tip: No reservation is needed; you can directly scan the code to purchase tickets and enter the park.

Jiming Temple - Temple Eaves and Pagodas

Photo by Jiming Temple - Cherry Blossom Road

Jiming Temple - Cherry Blossom Road

The photographer stands under the ginkgo tree, slightly lowering the angle to take an upward shot, combining the ginkgo tree with the ancient Qixia Temple pagoda in the frame. Using a frame-within-a-frame composition, the leaves in the upper left and the green leaves on the right form a natural "frame," highlighting the pagoda and the golden ginkgo. The foreground includes golden ginkgo leaves, and the background is set against a blue sky, creating a clear sense of depth in the image. 1. Travel Tips: Admission fee is 10 yuan per person (includes three incense sticks). 2. Other Tips: ① The temple operates on a one-way system, entering from the south gate and exiting from the north gate; follow the signs. ② Dress appropriately; avoid sunglasses, hats, and short skirts. ③ Wear flat shoes, and do not step over the thresholds of the halls. Follow the tradition of men entering left and women entering right.

Jimingsi Temple - Great Compassion Hall and Ancient Pagoda in the Same Frame