The photographer stands in the center of the胡同 (hutong) and shoots horizontally from a low angle, capturing the scene stretching into the distance to highlight the depth of the hutong. The rule of leading lines is used, with the road and buildings on both sides of the hutong guiding the viewer's gaze towards the red gate at the far end, enhancing the depth and layers of the image. The composition includes vehicles nearby, buildings on both sides of the hutong, and the red gate in the distance. A lush flowering tree on the left serves as the main subject, while the buildings on the right balance the structure of the image. It is recommended to use a camera with a 24-35mm focal length or the 1x setting on a smartphone to retain environmental details. Travel Tip: In April, the泡桐 (Paulownia) and 楸树 (Philadelphus) trees are in full bloom, providing a great opportunity to capture the flourishing flowers of both trees.

Gongjian Hutong - Catalpa Flowers

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No. 35, Gongjian Hutong, Miliangku Community, Shichahai Sub-district, Xicheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

The photographer stands in the center of the胡同 (hutong) and shoots horizontally from a low angle, capturing the scene stretching into the distance to highlight the depth of the hutong. The rule of leading lines is used, with the road and buildings on both sides of the hutong guiding the viewer's gaze towards the red gate at the far end, enhancing the depth and layers of the image. The composition includes vehicles nearby, buildings on both sides of the hutong, and the red gate in the distance. A lush flowering tree on the left serves as the main subject, while the buildings on the right balance the structure of the image. It is recommended to use a camera with a 24-35mm focal length or the 1x setting on a smartphone to retain environmental details. Travel Tip: In April, the泡桐 (Paulownia) and 楸树 (Philadelphus) trees are in full bloom, providing a great opportunity to capture the flourishing flowers of both trees.

Walking Guide

Take a taxi to the Beijing Beihai Kindergarten, and the adjacent alley is Gongjian Alley. Walk straight along the alley, and you'll see the blossoming catalpa flowers.