Beijing Happy Valley - in front of the carousel fence
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Line 7, Chaoyang District, Beijing
Photography Tips
The model should stand 1-2 meters in front of the carousel, and the photographer should position themselves 4-5 meters directly in front of the model, shooting from the front. Place the model slightly below the center of the frame. Recommended camera settings: 24-35mm lens on a camera or 1x zoom on a phone to capture the carousel in the background without the subject appearing too small. 1. Equipment: Fuji XT5 + 16-50mm lens. 2. Poses: ① Face away from the camera, spread your arms, turn your head slightly, and capture the moment. ② Slightly bend your body, with one leg bent and the other supporting it, and place one hand on the bent leg while the other hand rests on your hip. 3. Travel Tips: ① Admission fee is $299 per person. ② Open from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM on Monday to Thursday, and from 9:30 AM to 8:30 PM on Friday to Sunday. Ticket inspection stops 30 minutes before closing.
Walking Guide
Head to Beijing Happy Valley and enter the park after security and ticket checks.
The front of the carousel is the best spot for photos.
After entering the park, walk straight for 300 meters to reach the Candy Kingdom.
Turn right and walk 10 meters; the Gingerbread Carousel will be on your right.
