Using a frame composition, with the hanging willow branches as the foreground frame to highlight the lake scenery. A level shooting angle, the frame includes the foreground willows, a yellow tour boat and people with umbrellas in the mid-ground, and distant boats and greenery on the opposite shore in the background, adding depth and richness to the scene. This composition captures more details, showcasing the blend of nature and human elements.

The Old Summer Palace Ruins Park - Weeping Willows by the Lake and Boats on the Lakewaters

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No. 28, Tsinghua West Road, Haidian District, Beijing

Photography Tips

Using a frame composition, with the hanging willow branches as the foreground frame to highlight the lake scenery. A level shooting angle, the frame includes the foreground willows, a yellow tour boat and people with umbrellas in the mid-ground, and distant boats and greenery on the opposite shore in the background, adding depth and richness to the scene. This composition captures more details, showcasing the blend of nature and human elements.

Walking Guide

Walk north for 20 meters, then turn left.

Take the subway [Line 4/Daxing Line] to [Yuanmingyuan Station], and exit from the C southeast exit.

Walk west along Tsinghua West Road for 111 meters, then turn right.

Walk 45 meters northwest and then turn right.

Walk 70 meters northeast and then turn left.

Walk north for 25 meters to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk north for 25 meters to reach your destination.

Head northwest to the public toilet (on the left) and then walk to the right front.

Walk 15 meters to the northeast, then proceed to the left front.

Walk 207 meters north, then proceed to the right.

Walk north to the Apple Fragrance Pavilion in the Yuanming Yuan (on the right side of the path), then proceed diagonally to the right.