The photographer should stand 1 to 1.5 meters away from the subject and use the structural lines of the ancient architecture to frame the shot, selecting distinctive doors, windows, steps, etc., as the foreground or background. The soft light between 10 and 11 a.m. and 3 and 4 p.m. can capture the beauty of interwoven light and shadow.

Both mobile phones and cameras can produce excellent shots. For mobile phones, switch to the professional mode and adjust the exposure compensation as needed. For cameras, choose a focal length of 35 to 50mm and set the aperture between f/2.8 and f/4 to highlight the integration of the person and the ancient temple atmosphere.

Xi’an Xiangji Temple – White Courtyard Wall

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Xiangjisi (North Side), Xiyi Street, Chang'an District, Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province

Photography Tips

The photographer should stand 1 to 1.5 meters away from the subject and use the structural lines of the ancient architecture to frame the shot, selecting distinctive doors, windows, steps, etc., as the foreground or background. The soft light between 10 and 11 a.m. and 3 and 4 p.m. can capture the beauty of interwoven light and shadow. Both mobile phones and cameras can produce excellent shots. For mobile phones, switch to the professional mode and adjust the exposure compensation as needed. For cameras, choose a focal length of 35 to 50mm and set the aperture between f/2.8 and f/4 to highlight the integration of the person and the ancient temple atmosphere.

Walking Guide

Take the subway Line 2 to Hejiaying Station, then take a taxi or bus to Xiangjisi, the taxi fare is about ten yuan. — step-by-step photo guide

Take the subway Line 2 to Hejiaying Station, then take a taxi or bus to Xiangjisi, the taxi fare is about ten yuan.

After ascending the steps, enter the temple's main gate. — step-by-step photo guide

After ascending the steps, enter the temple's main gate.

After entering the temple, walk straight along the left side for about 150 meters. — step-by-step photo guide

After entering the temple, walk straight along the left side for about 150 meters.

Turn right at the intersection, go straight for fifty meters, and pass the ancient pagoda. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn right at the intersection, go straight for fifty meters, and pass the ancient pagoda.

The check-in spot is to the right behind the ancient pagoda. — step-by-step photo guide

The check-in spot is to the right behind the ancient pagoda.

After passing through the Hall of the Heavenly Kings, turn left at the intersection and walk straight for about ten meters. — step-by-step photo guide

After passing through the Hall of the Heavenly Kings, turn left at the intersection and walk straight for about ten meters.