Use a centered composition with the dragon-shaped sculpture at the center of the frame to highlight its color details and shape. The photographer shoots from a frontal angle to ensure the sculpture and its base are clear and complete. The frame includes the ancient red walls and trees in the background to add a sense of depth and layering to the environment, while the foreground retains the sculpture and base. Additional tips: Visit in the morning, allow 2 hours for an in-depth visit, or just 1 hour for a quick photo tour.

Imperial College - Turtle Head Sculpture

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Near Yonghegong Primary School, No. 27, Zangjingguan, Dongcheng District, Beijing.

Photography Tips

Use a centered composition with the dragon-shaped sculpture at the center of the frame to highlight its color details and shape. The photographer shoots from a frontal angle to ensure the sculpture and its base are clear and complete. The frame includes the ancient red walls and trees in the background to add a sense of depth and layering to the environment, while the foreground retains the sculpture and base. Additional tips: Visit in the morning, allow 2 hours for an in-depth visit, or just 1 hour for a quick photo tour.

Walking Guide

Take Line 2 or Line 5 of the subway and get off at Yonghegong Station, exit from Gate G, and walk to the Imperial Academy, which is about a 5-minute walk; or take bus 13 or 84 to the Imperial Academy stop, or bus 116 or 117 to Yonghegong stop.