The photographer stands on one side of the Golden Water Bridge, facing Tiananmen Square directly, maintaining a level camera position for a frontal shot, ensuring that the bridge railings form leading lines. Employ leading line composition. Use a focal length of 35mm-50mm or smartphone 1x-2x to avoid wide-angle distortion and emphasize image details.

Tiananmen Square - Night view at the city gate

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50 meters southeast of the intersection of West Chang'an Street and West Square, Dongcheng District, Beijing.

Photography Tips

The photographer stands on one side of the Golden Water Bridge, facing Tiananmen Square directly, maintaining a level camera position for a frontal shot, ensuring that the bridge railings form leading lines. Employ leading line composition. Use a focal length of 35mm-50mm or smartphone 1x-2x to avoid wide-angle distortion and emphasize image details.

Walking Guide

Take subway line 1 and exit at Tiananmen East Station, exit B. After exiting, head towards the red wall and get in line for ID and order check. After passing security, continue forward to the main entrance of Tiananmen Square. Cross the square and you will see the Golden Water Bridge, which is where the photo spot is located.