It is recommended to use a telephoto lens to compress the space and make the composition tight. The photographer should adopt a level shooting angle to highlight the towering appearance of Leifeng Pagoda. Use a foreground-background composition with the stone tower at the lower center of the frame and Leifeng Pagoda at the upper center, creating a harmonious balance. The scene should include the lake, the stone tower, Leifeng Pagoda, and the distant green mountains, ensuring clear layers and a comprehensive view of the lake landscape. 1. Equipment settings: Sony a7c2 camera + Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 lens. 2. Additional tips: The last ferry off the island is usually at 5:30 PM. Visitors from out of town should be aware not to miss the last ferry.

West Lake - Small Pagoda on the Lake and Leifeng Pagoda

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No.1 Longjing Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, Xiaoyingzhou Island, Xihu Scenic Area

Photography Tips

It is recommended to use a telephoto lens to compress the space and make the composition tight. The photographer should adopt a level shooting angle to highlight the towering appearance of Leifeng Pagoda. Use a foreground-background composition with the stone tower at the lower center of the frame and Leifeng Pagoda at the upper center, creating a harmonious balance. The scene should include the lake, the stone tower, Leifeng Pagoda, and the distant green mountains, ensuring clear layers and a comprehensive view of the lake landscape. 1. Equipment settings: Sony a7c2 camera + Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 lens. 2. Additional tips: The last ferry off the island is usually at 5:30 PM. Visitors from out of town should be aware not to miss the last ferry.

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