The photographer uses a medium telephoto lens to capture the lotus pond, boardwalk, trees, and sky in the frame, with the lotus pond at the bottom. Additional tip: For a great aerial shot, climb up to the Huiting Temple and shoot through the statue of Guo Shoujing (a telephoto lens is recommended).

Shichahai Xihai Wetland Park - Lotus Flower Boardwalk

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The Memorial Hall of Guo Shoujing, No. 60A, Deshengmen West Street, Xicheng District, Beijing.

Photography Tips

The photographer uses a medium telephoto lens to capture the lotus pond, boardwalk, trees, and sky in the frame, with the lotus pond at the bottom. Additional tip: For a great aerial shot, climb up to the Huiting Temple and shoot through the statue of Guo Shoujing (a telephoto lens is recommended).

Walking Guide

Take Metro Line 2 to Jishuitan Station and exit at Exit C to reach the north gate of the park. If you take a taxi: You can set the destination to "Xihai Wetland Park - North Gate" or "Denei Street / Xihai South Road Intersection." From there, walk northwest to reach Xihai, and southeast to reach Houhai and Qianhai. — step-by-step photo guide

Take Metro Line 2 to Jishuitan Station and exit at Exit C to reach the north gate of the park. If you take a taxi: You can set the destination to "Xihai Wetland Park - North Gate" or "Denei Street / Xihai South Road Intersection." From there, walk northwest to reach Xihai, and southeast to reach Houhai and Qianhai.

Stroll along the wooden boardwalk for a close-up view of the lotus flowers, and enjoy the clear water filled with lush, cool greenery. — step-by-step photo guide

Stroll along the wooden boardwalk for a close-up view of the lotus flowers, and enjoy the clear water filled with lush, cool greenery.

And the cute duck family. — step-by-step photo guide

And the cute duck family.