Western Mansions Scenic Area - Stone Pillars, Trees, and Stone Carved Walls

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No. 28 Tsinghua West Road, Haidian District, Beijing, within the Changchun Garden scenic area of the Old Summer Palace Site Park.

Photography Tips

Highlight the towering stone pillars and the intricate stone carvings on the walls. The balance between the two side pillars and the central carved wall enhances the stability of the composition. The frame should include the main pillars and the relief walls, with lush trees in the background and grass and the base in the foreground, enriching the layers and fully showcasing the entire site and its atmosphere. Travel Tips: ① Admission Price: 25 RMB for adults, 10 RMB for students. ② Opening Hours: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM (last entry at 7:00 PM).

Walking Guide

Walk 15 meters northeast and then turn left.

Walk 20 meters north and turn left.

Walk northeast to the public phone (on the right side of the road) and then turn right.

Walk west along Tsinghua West Road for 111 meters and then turn right.

Walk north for 75 meters, then proceed to the right.

Walk northeast and cross the Shexin Bridge (on the right), then turn left.

Walk 30 meters east and then turn left.

Walk 207 meters north, then proceed to the right.

Walk 15 meters northeast, then proceed forward to the left.

Walk north to the Western Buildings Scenic Area (on your left) and then turn left.

Walk west for 64 meters to reach your destination.

Walk 45 meters northwest and then turn right.

Walk north past the Yuanmingyuan-Zhanshi Yinglvo (on your right) and then turn left ahead.

Walk northwest and cross the Heart Bridge (on your right), then turn right.

Walk north and turn right after Duyeuan (on the right side of the road).

Take the subway [Line 4/Daxing Line] to [Yuanmingyuan Station] and exit from the C southeast exit.