The model stands in front of the hand-painted sailboat mural, and the photographer positions themselves at a 45-degree angle to the model’s side. This position is particularly dark and using a flash is prohibited, so it’s recommended to avoid full-face shots and opt for half-face shots instead. Admission: Free and no reservation required. Entry by ID card. Operating Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00-16:30. Style Suggestion: Classic and minimalist. Shooting Equipment: Fujifilm XT30II with XF18-55mm lens.

China Customs Museum - Sailing Ship Mural

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No. 2 Jianguomen Inner Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing (North end of Dawoolong Hutong)

Photography Tips

The model stands in front of the hand-painted sailboat mural, and the photographer positions themselves at a 45-degree angle to the model’s side. This position is particularly dark and using a flash is prohibited, so it’s recommended to avoid full-face shots and opt for half-face shots instead. Admission: Free and no reservation required. Entry by ID card. Operating Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00-16:30. Style Suggestion: Classic and minimalist. Shooting Equipment: Fujifilm XT30II with XF18-55mm lens.

Walking Guide

After getting off the escalator, walk through the archway in the city wall. — step-by-step photo guide

After getting off the escalator, walk through the archway in the city wall.

Walk straight for about 15 meters and reach the shooting spot in front of the sailboat mural on your left. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk straight for about 15 meters and reach the shooting spot in front of the sailboat mural on your left.

Enter through the main gate of the China Customs Museum. — step-by-step photo guide

Enter through the main gate of the China Customs Museum.

Take the escalator on your left to the second floor. — step-by-step photo guide

Take the escalator on your left to the second floor.