Highlight the towering architecture. The "Heavenly Kings Hall" plaque is positioned at the center of the frame, with the eaves featuring dragon-shaped carvings and roof tiles above and below it, and red door frames on either side. Symmetrically arranged blessing plaques enhance the solemn atmosphere. The composition includes the plaque, the top carvings, and the lower door frame, fully showcasing the core elements of the entrance. Compress the space to emphasize the detailed features of the main subject. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 15 RMB per person; ② Opening Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM.

Gu Jiming Temple - Heavenly Kings Hall Plaque Architecture

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No. 1 Jiming Temple Road, Xuanwu District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province (410 meters walk from Exit 5 of Jiming Temple Subway Station)

Photography Tips

Highlight the towering architecture. The "Heavenly Kings Hall" plaque is positioned at the center of the frame, with the eaves featuring dragon-shaped carvings and roof tiles above and below it, and red door frames on either side. Symmetrically arranged blessing plaques enhance the solemn atmosphere. The composition includes the plaque, the top carvings, and the lower door frame, fully showcasing the core elements of the entrance. Compress the space to emphasize the detailed features of the main subject. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 15 RMB per person; ② Opening Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM.

Walking Guide

Walk northeast along Jимing Temple Road to Jiming Ci Tea (on your left) and then turn left.

Take the subway [Line 3 / Line 4] to [Jiming Temple Station] and exit from Exit 4.

Walk 16 meters south and then turn right.

Walk west along Beijing East Road until you reach the Nanjing Institute of Geology and Palaeontology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (on your right), then turn right.

Walk west and pass the ancient Jiming Temple -照壁 (on the right side of the road) to reach your destination. Note: Since "照壁" is a specific term for a traditional Chinese architectural element, you may want to use "spirit wall" or "screen wall" as an alternative if your audience is not familiar with Chinese architecture. However, if you prefer to keep it more literal, it would be: Walk west and pass the ancient Jiming Temple - Zhaobi (on the right side of the road) to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk west and pass the ancient Jiming Temple -照壁 (on the right side of the road) to reach your destination. Note: Since "照壁" is a specific term for a traditional Chinese architectural element, you may want to use "spirit wall" or "screen wall" as an alternative if your audience is not familiar with Chinese architecture. However, if you prefer to keep it more literal, it would be: Walk west and pass the ancient Jiming Temple - Zhaobi (on the right side of the road) to reach your destination.