The photographer is positioned to the side front of the subject, shooting from a level angle. The subject is placed at one-third of the way from the left side of the frame, with the dividing line between the red wall and the brick wall roughly in the middle of the image. A mid-telephoto lens is used to blur the background and highlight the main subject. Admission Price: Free.

Dongcheng District, Beijing - Group Photo with Bell Tower Red Wall

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

Photography Tips

The photographer is positioned to the side front of the subject, shooting from a level angle. The subject is placed at one-third of the way from the left side of the frame, with the dividing line between the red wall and the brick wall roughly in the middle of the image. A mid-telephoto lens is used to blur the background and highlight the main subject. Admission Price: Free.

Walking Guide

Exit at A2 of Shichahai Subway Station, then walk straight for 200 meters to reach a T-intersection. Turn left at the intersection and cross the street after 10 meters. Once you cross the street, you will see the red walls of the Drum Tower. Finding the red walls means you have found your destination.