Using symmetrical composition, the entrance to the courtyard is placed at the center of the frame, with lanterns and brick wall decorations symmetrically distributed on both sides to enhance the sense of balance. The photographer takes a frontal shot directly at the entrance, capturing details such as the ridge tiles, hanging lanterns on both sides, and the ceramic pots and pumpkin decorations on the steps, while preserving the gray brick wall background to reflect the characteristics of old Beijing courtyards. The focus is on the decorative details, with a blurred background to make the subject clearer. 

Additional tip: Pay attention to sun protection when traveling in the summer.

Beiluo Guxiang - Building entrance with lanterns and pumpkin decorations

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No. 33, Beiluoguxiang, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

Using symmetrical composition, the entrance to the courtyard is placed at the center of the frame, with lanterns and brick wall decorations symmetrically distributed on both sides to enhance the sense of balance. The photographer takes a frontal shot directly at the entrance, capturing details such as the ridge tiles, hanging lanterns on both sides, and the ceramic pots and pumpkin decorations on the steps, while preserving the gray brick wall background to reflect the characteristics of old Beijing courtyards. The focus is on the decorative details, with a blurred background to make the subject clearer. Additional tip: Pay attention to sun protection when traveling in the summer.

Walking Guide

Walk south for 14 meters and turn left.

Walk 30 meters east and then turn right.

Walk 6 meters east, then turn right.

Walk 26 meters southwest along Andingmen Wai Street, then proceed to the left front.

Walk west along Andingmen Bridge to Chunshan Lingyan Beijing Andingmen flagship store (on your left) and then turn left.

Walk south along Andingmen Bridge for 74 meters and then turn right.

Take the Subway Line 2 to Andingmen Station and exit from the Northwest Exit (A).

Walk south along Beitougou Alley until you reach Yilani International Laundry Chain (on your right) to arrive at your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk south along Beitougou Alley until you reach Yilani International Laundry Chain (on your right) to arrive at your destination.