Using a frame-within-a-frame composition, the circular opening of the pavilion frames the subject, highlighting the main figure. Additionally, a foreground composition is employed, with blooming lotus flowers and leaves in the foreground to add depth to the scene. For camera lens selection, it is recommended to use a medium to long telephoto lens to compress the space and tightly integrate elements such as the pavilion, the subject, and the lotus flowers and leaves into the frame, avoiding the distortion that can occur with a wide-angle lens.

1. Props: Bring small props like fans.
2. Travel Tips:
① Shooting Time: Choose a sunny day and shoot before 10:00 AM or after 4:00 PM for softer light.
② Flowering Season: The lotus flowers bloom from June to September.
3. Dressing Suggestions: It's recommended to wear traditional Chinese costumes such as Hanfu or cheongsam, and pair them with traditional Chinese makeup.
4. Additional Tips: Avoid shooting at noon due to the intense heat and harsh light.

Taoranting Park - Take a photo with the Chutai and pond lotus.

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No. 19 Taiping Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, Taoranting Park

Photography Tips

Using a frame-within-a-frame composition, the circular opening of the pavilion frames the subject, highlighting the main figure. Additionally, a foreground composition is employed, with blooming lotus flowers and leaves in the foreground to add depth to the scene. For camera lens selection, it is recommended to use a medium to long telephoto lens to compress the space and tightly integrate elements such as the pavilion, the subject, and the lotus flowers and leaves into the frame, avoiding the distortion that can occur with a wide-angle lens. 1. Props: Bring small props like fans. 2. Travel Tips: ① Shooting Time: Choose a sunny day and shoot before 10:00 AM or after 4:00 PM for softer light. ② Flowering Season: The lotus flowers bloom from June to September. 3. Dressing Suggestions: It's recommended to wear traditional Chinese costumes such as Hanfu or cheongsam, and pair them with traditional Chinese makeup. 4. Additional Tips: Avoid shooting at noon due to the intense heat and harsh light.

Walking Guide

Take the bus 958 to Taoranting Park South Gate Station. After getting off, walk 154 meters east along Dong Street of Youanmen, then turn left and walk 61 meters north, then turn right and walk 28 meters northeast, then walk 86 meters north towards the left front, and walk 116 meters northwest towards the right front to reach the Blowing Terrace. The shooting position is opposite the pond from the Blowing Terrace.