The model stands close to the roped-off line, and the photographer stands to the side of the model, about 1 meter away, shooting from the side. After entering, the model can stand in front of the building, and the photographer can stand diagonally in front of the model, 1-2 meters away, shooting from a slight angle. A 50mm lens on a camera or a 2x zoom on a phone is recommended for mid-range portraits, as it helps retain background details.

1. Shooting Equipment: Fuji XT5 with 16-50mm lens.
2. Travel Tips: Admission is 299 RMB per person. The attraction is open from 9:30 AM to 8:30 PM on Mondays to Thursdays, and from 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM on Fridays to Sundays. Ticket checks stop 30 minutes before closing.
3. Additional Tips: You can enter 40 minutes before the performance starts. The area is roped off at other times, but this does not affect shooting.

Beijing Happy Valley - Maya Culture Zone

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Beijing Happy Valley, Lost Maya, Xiaowuji North Road, East Fourth Ring, Chaoyang District, Beijing.

Photography Tips

The model stands close to the roped-off line, and the photographer stands to the side of the model, about 1 meter away, shooting from the side. After entering, the model can stand in front of the building, and the photographer can stand diagonally in front of the model, 1-2 meters away, shooting from a slight angle. A 50mm lens on a camera or a 2x zoom on a phone is recommended for mid-range portraits, as it helps retain background details. 1. Shooting Equipment: Fuji XT5 with 16-50mm lens. 2. Travel Tips: Admission is 299 RMB per person. The attraction is open from 9:30 AM to 8:30 PM on Mondays to Thursdays, and from 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM on Fridays to Sundays. Ticket checks stop 30 minutes before closing. 3. Additional Tips: You can enter 40 minutes before the performance starts. The area is roped off at other times, but this does not affect shooting.

Walking Guide

After entering the park, turn right and walk about 400 meters along the main path. — step-by-step photo guide

After entering the park, turn right and walk about 400 meters along the main path.

Turn right into Maya Catastrophe. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn right into Maya Catastrophe.

The entrance to Maya Catacombs is the perfect spot for photos. — step-by-step photo guide

The entrance to Maya Catacombs is the perfect spot for photos.

Head to Beijing Happy Valley and enter the park after passing through security and ticket inspection. — step-by-step photo guide

Head to Beijing Happy Valley and enter the park after passing through security and ticket inspection.