The photographer stands under the eaves, using them as a frame for the composition, slightly lowering the camera angle, and employing a 35-50mm lens or the 1x-2x zoom on a phone, facing the distant scenery for a flat shot. The eaves are used as a framing element to highlight the layers of the magnolias and pine trees intertwining. 1. Photography Pose: Scatter petals to create a dynamic effect. 2. Props: Oil-paper umbrella, fan, and reflector (to avoid harsh shadows on the face due to dappled sunlight). 3. Travel Tips: ① Admission fee: 2 yuan, with a 50% discount for students. ② The garden opens at 6:30 AM; visit early to enjoy the best time between 7-9 AM when you can have the entire flower sea to yourself. ③ The Tao Ran Archway cherry blossom secret garden lights up at 6:30 PM. ④ Best flowering period: March 20 - April 15, with the crabapple blossom stream in full bloom. 4. Outfit Suggestions: Wear a hanfu, new Chinese style, or a light-colored dress. Avoid dark clothing; pearl hairpins are a great addition.

Taoranting Park - Compassion Nunnery Magnolia Flower Stone Railing

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No. 19 Taiping Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, Taoranting Park (Southwest Corner)

Photography Tips

The photographer stands under the eaves, using them as a frame for the composition, slightly lowering the camera angle, and employing a 35-50mm lens or the 1x-2x zoom on a phone, facing the distant scenery for a flat shot. The eaves are used as a framing element to highlight the layers of the magnolias and pine trees intertwining. 1. Photography Pose: Scatter petals to create a dynamic effect. 2. Props: Oil-paper umbrella, fan, and reflector (to avoid harsh shadows on the face due to dappled sunlight). 3. Travel Tips: ① Admission fee: 2 yuan, with a 50% discount for students. ② The garden opens at 6:30 AM; visit early to enjoy the best time between 7-9 AM when you can have the entire flower sea to yourself. ③ The Tao Ran Archway cherry blossom secret garden lights up at 6:30 PM. ④ Best flowering period: March 20 - April 15, with the crabapple blossom stream in full bloom. 4. Outfit Suggestions: Wear a hanfu, new Chinese style, or a light-colored dress. Avoid dark clothing; pearl hairpins are a great addition.

Walking Guide

Exit at C口 (C Exit) of Taoranting Station on Subway Line 8, and walk to the West Gate of the park. Enter through the West Gate and walk straight for 200 meters to reach the Ciyi Temple. The camera position is under the eaves at the entrance of the temple.