The photographer stands below the plaque and takes a photo looking up to highlight the towering feel of the architecture. Then, use a centered composition with the "Dashilar" plaque in the center of the frame to ensure the text is clear and complete. The scene includes the string of red lanterns on the left, the storefront on the right, and the carved roof above, showcasing the atmosphere of the ancient street. It is recommended to use a wide-angle/phone 1x lens to capture more environmental details.

Qianmen Street Dashilan - Dashilan Plaque and Shop Fronts

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60 meters west of the intersection of Dashilar Street and Baojushi Street, Xicheng District, Beijing.

Photography Tips

The photographer stands below the plaque and takes a photo looking up to highlight the towering feel of the architecture. Then, use a centered composition with the "Dashilar" plaque in the center of the frame to ensure the text is clear and complete. The scene includes the string of red lanterns on the left, the storefront on the right, and the carved roof above, showcasing the atmosphere of the ancient street. It is recommended to use a wide-angle/phone 1x lens to capture more environmental details.

Walking Guide

Walk north along Mei Shi Street, pass by the China Welfare Lottery (on the right), and then make a left turn.

Walk 223 meters west along the auxiliary road of Zhushikou West Street and then make a right turn.

Walk 19 meters south and then turn right.

Take the subway [Line 7/Line 8] to [Zhu Shi Kou Station] and exit from Exit A Northwest.

Walk southwest along Dashilar West Street, pass the Fengsheng Convenience Supermarket on your left, then make a right turn.

Walk 37 meters northwest along Qingzhu Alley and then turn left.

Walk north along Xiaoli Hutong until you reach the Riyue Xingxin Baggage Store (on the left), then make a left turn.

Walk west along Dalijia Hutong, and after passing by Fanghua Discount Store on your left, make a right turn.

Walk southwest along Tai Tou Alley until you reach the Dashilar Street Party and Mass Service Center (on the left), then you will arrive at your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk southwest along Tai Tou Alley until you reach the Dashilar Street Party and Mass Service Center (on the left), then you will arrive at your destination.