The model is sitting sideways on a stone by the water, while the photographer stands on a higher slope behind, shooting from above. The left side of the frame can include a bit of grass and flowers from the opposite bank to add depth. 
It's recommended to choose a sunny day when the water is clear and the koi can be seen clearly. Lighting is very important!

The Old Summer Palace - Peach Blossoms along the Waterfront at Zaoyuan Gate

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No. 28, Qinghua West Road, Haidian District, Beijing

Photography Tips

The model is sitting sideways on a stone by the water, while the photographer stands on a higher slope behind, shooting from above. The left side of the frame can include a bit of grass and flowers from the opposite bank to add depth. It's recommended to choose a sunny day when the water is clear and the koi can be seen clearly. Lighting is very important!

Walking Guide

Go straight for about 500 meters until you see the Yuedi Yunju sign. — step-by-step photo guide

Go straight for about 500 meters until you see the Yuedi Yunju sign.

We've arrived at the perfect spot for photos, come and take some shots! — step-by-step photo guide

We've arrived at the perfect spot for photos, come and take some shots!

Turn left and go straight after entering the park. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn left and go straight after entering the park.

Enter Yuanmingyuan through the Zao Garden Gate. — step-by-step photo guide

Enter Yuanmingyuan through the Zao Garden Gate.

Follow the road on the right side of the sign (towards Yue Di Yun Ju) for about 100 meters, and the parking spot will be on your left. — step-by-step photo guide

Follow the road on the right side of the sign (towards Yue Di Yun Ju) for about 100 meters, and the parking spot will be on your left.