Stand directly in front of the牌坊 (archway) and take a shot looking up to emphasize its grandeur. Use a symmetrical composition, placing the archway at the center of the frame with the eaves and columns balanced on both sides, and the plaque positioned in the middle. Frame the shot to include the entire archway, incorporating the night sky in the background and a few people at the entrance to add life to the scene. When shooting, make sure to stabilize your equipment to ensure the details of the archway, illuminated by the lights, are clear, and that the dark areas are not overly dark. Travel Tip: The ticket price is 110 RMB per person.

Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring Scenic Area - Night view of the scenic area's archway

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Crescent Moon Spring Ancient Architectural Complex, Mingsha Mountain, inside Crescent Moon Spring, Yangjiaqiao Township, Dunhuang City, Jiuquan City, Gansu Province (Northwest Corner)

Photography Tips

Stand directly in front of the牌坊 (archway) and take a shot looking up to emphasize its grandeur. Use a symmetrical composition, placing the archway at the center of the frame with the eaves and columns balanced on both sides, and the plaque positioned in the middle. Frame the shot to include the entire archway, incorporating the night sky in the background and a few people at the entrance to add life to the scene. When shooting, make sure to stabilize your equipment to ensure the details of the archway, illuminated by the lights, are clear, and that the dark areas are not overly dark. Travel Tip: The ticket price is 110 RMB per person.

Walking Guide

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