The photographer stands below the eaves, using an upward angle. Employing the rule of thirds, the dragon-shaped ornament and dougong details are positioned in the right third of the frame, while the left side is left blank with a sky background, highlighting the texture and color contrast of the carvings. The composition focuses on the decorative details of the eaves, avoiding any distracting elements. A telephoto lens is recommended to compress the background and enhance the clarity of the details.

Zongjing Dasheng Temple - Dragon-shaped Eave Decorations on the Temple

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No. 40 Maimai Street, Haidian District, Beijing, inside Fragrant Hills Park (Northeast Corner)

Photography Tips

The photographer stands below the eaves, using an upward angle. Employing the rule of thirds, the dragon-shaped ornament and dougong details are positioned in the right third of the frame, while the left side is left blank with a sky background, highlighting the texture and color contrast of the carvings. The composition focuses on the decorative details of the eaves, avoiding any distracting elements. A telephoto lens is recommended to compress the background and enhance the clarity of the details.

Walking Guide

Take the Xijiao Line subway and exit at Xiangshan Station. Walk 160 meters along Xiangshan Road, then turn right into Meichang Street. Walk 830 meters along Meichang Street, then turn left and walk 60 meters, turn left again and walk 10 meters, then turn left and walk 100 meters. Continue straight, cross the road via the stairs, and walk 10 meters. Walk straight up the bridge, continue for 60 meters, then turn left and walk 70 meters. Turn right and go up the stairs, then turn left and walk 90 meters. Go down the stairs, turn right and walk 10 meters to reach the Zongjing Dazhao Temple.