The photographer stands slightly lower in front of the display board, using a low-angle shot to highlight the three-dimensional effect of the red display board and the background wall. By employing a foreground composition, the branches and leaves above the frame are included to add depth to the image. The frame is centered around the red display board, with the background capturing the red wall and arched window, preserving the details of the brick and stone wall.

Beijing Drum Tower - Photographing the Drum Tower exhibition board and red walls

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No. 9 Linzi, Zhonglouwan Hutong, Dongcheng District, Beijing (240 meters northwest from Exit A2 of Shichahai Subway Station)

Photography Tips

The photographer stands slightly lower in front of the display board, using a low-angle shot to highlight the three-dimensional effect of the red display board and the background wall. By employing a foreground composition, the branches and leaves above the frame are included to add depth to the image. The frame is centered around the red display board, with the background capturing the red wall and arched window, preserving the details of the brick and stone wall.

Walking Guide

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

Walk west and turn right after passing Xin Ji (on your right).

Walk south along Yinding Bridge Hutong, pass the Yin Hai Siheyuan Dispersed Hotel (on your left), and then turn right.

Walk north along Dianmen Outer Street for 20 meters, then turn left.

Walk 30 meters west, then turn right.

Walk west along Beiguangfang Hutong to the remains of Zhaohui's mansion (on your left) to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk west along Beiguangfang Hutong to the remains of Zhaohui's mansion (on your left) to reach your destination.

Walk northwest along the eastern side of Qianhai until you reach Yinya Bar (on your right), then turn left.