The photographer stands at a lower position in front of the stone tablet, with the tablet in the foreground, the "Gulou" plaque in the middle ground, and the green tiles and red walls in the background to enhance the sense of depth. The stone tablet and the plaque are positioned at one-third of the way from the left side of the frame, with the red wall and window elements retained on the right to balance the composition. The frame includes the stone tablet, the plaque, and the details of the roof above. Travel Tips: ① Ticket price: 30 yuan per person; ② Opening hours: 9:00-17:30.

Beijing Drum Tower - Capturing the Plaque Stele of the Drum Tower

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

Photography Tips

The photographer stands at a lower position in front of the stone tablet, with the tablet in the foreground, the "Gulou" plaque in the middle ground, and the green tiles and red walls in the background to enhance the sense of depth. The stone tablet and the plaque are positioned at one-third of the way from the left side of the frame, with the red wall and window elements retained on the right to balance the composition. The frame includes the stone tablet, the plaque, and the details of the roof above. Travel Tips: ① Ticket price: 30 yuan per person; ② Opening hours: 9:00-17:30.

Walking Guide

Walk north along Dianmen Wai Street, passing by the Bell and Drum Towers Cultural Square (on your right) until you reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk north along Dianmen Wai Street, passing by the Bell and Drum Towers Cultural Square (on your right) until you reach your destination.

Walk 30 meters west and then turn right.

Take the Subway Line 8 to Shichahai Station and exit from the Southeast (C) exit.