The photographer focuses on the roof and eaves of the Bell and Drum Towers. The foreground includes green tree branches and leaves, the midground clearly displays the red walls, green tiles, and carved details of the architecture, and the background retains the sky, creating a sense of depth in the composition. The main building is positioned on the right side of the frame, with a blank space on the left, highlighting the integration of the ancient texture and natural environment.

Beijing Drum Tower - Photographing the red colonnade and eaves of the Drum Tower with trees.

The photographer stands below the drum tower, adopting a low-angle shot. Using symmetrical composition, the central ridge of the eaves is placed in the center of the frame, with tiles and painted decorations symmetrically distributed on both sides, enhancing the sense of balance. The foreground includes blurred architectural parts to create a soft focus, while the background retains a clear sky, highlighting the details of the eaves. Travel Tips: ① Ticket price: 20 yuan; ② Opening hours: 9:00-17:00.

Beijing Drum Tower - Colorful Eaves of the Drum Tower

Using a low angle shot, the photographer positions the camera low in front of the building and shoots upwards, employing foreground composition by including branches and leaves on the left side to enhance the sense of depth. The ancient building's roof is placed on the right side of the frame, highlighting the details of the tiles and painted decorations. The background retains a deep blue night sky, keeping it simple and clean. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: 20 yuan; ② Opening Hours: 09:30-17:30.

Beijing Drum Tower - Ancient Architectural Rooftops and Greenery Night Scene

The model is positioned at the center of the frame, with a backdrop featuring traditional Chinese grey tile buildings and brick walls. Greenery and red and yellow flowers are included in the foreground to add a touch of life. A bicycle is retained on the left side to enhance the everyday atmosphere. The model stands sideways, holding a bag in one hand and gently touching her hair with the other, exuding a natural pose. Additional tip: Due to hot weather and many mosquitoes, it is essential to carry mosquito repellent.

Beijing Drum Tower - Take a photo with street scenes, flowers, greenery, and architecture.

The photographer used a low-angle shot, with the diagonal lines of the gray brick wall extending from the bottom left to the top right, guiding the viewer's gaze from the red "Gulou" plaque at the bottom to the red window and blue "Gulou" plaque at the top. The composition should include the red plaque in the foreground, the brick wall in the middle ground, and the window lattice and blue plaque in the background, retaining the architectural layers and details to highlight the texture of the ancient building. 1. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: Joint ticket 30 yuan (Gulou 20 yuan, Bell Tower 10 yuan); ② Opening Hours: 9:30-16:30. 2. Other Experiences: Nearby attractions include Nanluoguxiang, Beilougu Alley, and Shichahai.

Bell and Drum Tower Conservation Office - Drum Tower Art Wall and Plaques

The model stands in front of a red door, with the photographer using a low-angle shot and center composition to include the full view of the door, two red lanterns above, and the stone walls on both sides, creating a sense of balance with symmetrical elements. The texture of the stone walls and the decoration of the lanterns are preserved to highlight the antique charm of the Chinese-style door.

Gulou - Take a photo with the Character-Red Gate

Use the red door frame as a foreground frame, with the model positioned slightly to the left in the center of the shot. The model's left hand lightly touches the door frame, and the body is turned slightly sidewards towards the camera, with a natural posture to enhance the sense of interaction. The composition should include the ancient architectural features such as the tile ends, brick walls, and plaques within the door frame, highlighting the unique characteristics of the environment, and ensuring that both the subject and the background details are clear. Travel Guide: ① Ticket Price: 20 yuan per person; ② Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM.

Beijing Drum Tower - Take a photo with the red door frame, plaque, and tile wall

The photographer uses a low-angle shot with the subject positioned at one-third of the frame on the left, while the panda sculpture is symmetrically placed on the right, both holding food and facing each other to enhance the sense of interaction. The composition should include the shop's red sign "Gulou Yao's", wooden door, and the colorful brackets above, highlighting the distinctive storefront features. Travel Guide: The neighborhood is open to the public for free all day long.

Beijing Drum Tower East Street - Taking a photo with the facade of Yao's Stir-Fried Liver Restaurant

Photo by Beijing Drum Tower - Take a photo with the wine shop signboard.

Beijing Drum Tower - Take a photo with the wine shop signboard.

Photo by Beijing Drum Tower - Take a photo with stone walls and stone steps.

Beijing Drum Tower - Take a photo with stone walls and stone steps.