The photographer uses a level shooting angle to ensure that the door frame lines are perfectly horizontal and vertical, using the pavilion door frame as a natural frame to capture the lake view, lotus flowers, and distant green trees, enhancing the depth of the scene. The composition includes the “Prince’s Mansion of Beijing” plaque at the top, mid-ground red flower pots and lotus leaves, the lake surface in the background, and the distant trees, enriching the layers of the image.

Travel Tip: It is recommended to shoot during clear weather with good sunlight.

Beijing Xiao Wangfu Shichahai Branch - Lake View Under the Plaque

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No. 15, Qianhai Bei'an, Shichahai, Xicheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

The photographer uses a level shooting angle to ensure that the door frame lines are perfectly horizontal and vertical, using the pavilion door frame as a natural frame to capture the lake view, lotus flowers, and distant green trees, enhancing the depth of the scene. The composition includes the “Prince’s Mansion of Beijing” plaque at the top, mid-ground red flower pots and lotus leaves, the lake surface in the background, and the distant trees, enriching the layers of the image. Travel Tip: It is recommended to shoot during clear weather with good sunlight.

Walking Guide

Head southwest along Xiaoshibi Hutong, passing Yinding Bridge on your left, then turn left.

Walk southwest along the north side of Qianhai, passing JinChu Ancient Costume Photography (on your right) until you reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk southwest along the north side of Qianhai, passing JinChu Ancient Costume Photography (on your right) until you reach your destination.

Walk 89 meters west and then turn right.

Walk north along Di'anmen Outer Street for 20 meters and then turn left.

Walk 30 meters west, then turn right.

Take the Subway Line 8 to Shichahai Station and exit from the C (Southeast) exit.

Walk northwest along the eastern side of Qianhai to Yuyah Bar (on your right) and then turn left.