The photographer stands below the steps directly opposite the entrance and shoots upward, maintaining alignment with the center axis of the door frame. Slightly elevate the camera for a straight-on shot, using symmetrical composition to keep the left and right sides balanced. Utilize the natural framing created by the door frame and window panels to center the sculpture in the middle of the frame, emphasizing the main subject. Use a 50mm lens or the 2x zoom on a smartphone. The frame should include the complete door frame, window panels, and sculpture in the background, with a portion of the steps in the foreground to enhance the sense of leading lines and depth.

1. Travel Tips:
① Admission Fee: No ticket required for individual visits. No reservation needed; just register at the entrance.
② Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM.

2. Fashion Suggestions: Neo-Chinese, Republican Era, Qipao.

3. Other Tips: The residence has three floors above ground, with the first and second floors open as exhibition spaces.

Wu Lian De's Former Residence - Main Entrance

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No. 6, Dongtangzi Hutong, Jianguomen Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

The photographer stands below the steps directly opposite the entrance and shoots upward, maintaining alignment with the center axis of the door frame. Slightly elevate the camera for a straight-on shot, using symmetrical composition to keep the left and right sides balanced. Utilize the natural framing created by the door frame and window panels to center the sculpture in the middle of the frame, emphasizing the main subject. Use a 50mm lens or the 2x zoom on a smartphone. The frame should include the complete door frame, window panels, and sculpture in the background, with a portion of the steps in the foreground to enhance the sense of leading lines and depth. 1. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: No ticket required for individual visits. No reservation needed; just register at the entrance. ② Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM. 2. Fashion Suggestions: Neo-Chinese, Republican Era, Qipao. 3. Other Tips: The residence has three floors above ground, with the first and second floors open as exhibition spaces.

Walking Guide

Take Line 1, Line Batong, or Line 5 to Dongdan Station and exit at B (Northeast Exit). Walk north along Dongdan North Street for 500 meters, then turn right at the intersection and continue for 700 meters along Dongtangzi Alley to reach the filming location.