The photographer stands by the Houhai Lake, recommending the use of a medium to long focal length lens to capture the shimmering lake surface along with the Drum Tower and the trio of buildings at Guomao in the distance.
Shooting time: around 14:30.
Shooting equipment: Fuji XT30II + 18-55 lens.

Shichahai - Houhai Lake View

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No. 23-3, Yangfang Hutong, Xicheng District, Beijing City

Photography Tips

The photographer stands by the Houhai Lake, recommending the use of a medium to long focal length lens to capture the shimmering lake surface along with the Drum Tower and the trio of buildings at Guomao in the distance. Shooting time: around 14:30. Shooting equipment: Fuji XT30II + 18-55 lens.

Walking Guide

Go straight for 100 meters after entering Tanghua Alley. — step-by-step photo guide

Go straight for 100 meters after entering Tanghua Alley.

Walk straight for 30 meters, and then turn right when you see the charging station on your right. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk straight for 30 meters, and then turn right when you see the charging station on your right.

Walk straight for 50 meters and turn right when you see the red sign for custom services. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk straight for 50 meters and turn right when you see the red sign for custom services.

Go straight for 50 meters and turn right when you see the red door. — step-by-step photo guide

Go straight for 50 meters and turn right when you see the red door.

Turn left at the end of the alley. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn left at the end of the alley.

Get off at Deshengmen South Bus Stop on Bus 5 and cross the street. — step-by-step photo guide

Get off at Deshengmen South Bus Stop on Bus 5 and cross the street.

Head to the shooting location by the lake on your left. — step-by-step photo guide

Head to the shooting location by the lake on your left.

Walk straight along the lakeside for 150 meters. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk straight along the lakeside for 150 meters.