It is recommended that photographers use an upward shooting angle by standing at a lower position. Include the nearby roof tiles in the foreground to enhance depth, with the main ancient building as the mid-ground and an ancient pine tree on the left side. Keep the blue sky in the background. A super wide-angle lens is recommended to capture both architectural details and the overall environment. Opening hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM in spring and summer, and 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM in autumn and winter.

Jie Tai Temple - photographing ancient architectural rooftops, courtyards, and ancient trees.

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Qianling Mountain, G108 Auxiliary Line, Mentougou District, Beijing

Photography Tips

It is recommended that photographers use an upward shooting angle by standing at a lower position. Include the nearby roof tiles in the foreground to enhance depth, with the main ancient building as the mid-ground and an ancient pine tree on the left side. Keep the blue sky in the background. A super wide-angle lens is recommended to capture both architectural details and the overall environment. Opening hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM in spring and summer, and 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM in autumn and winter.

Walking Guide

Walk 84 meters northwest to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk 84 meters northwest to reach your destination.

Walk 78 meters south, then turn left and continue.

Walk south along the auxiliary road of National Highway 108 for 26 meters, then turn left.

Take bus [948/M44/Tourist Line 21] to [Jietai Temple Station].

Head southeast on foot to Jietai Temple - Ancient Pines (on the right) and then turn right.

Walk south and pass the Tanzhe Temple and Jietai Temple (on your right), then turn right.

Walk west to Nangong Courtyard (on your left) and then turn right.

Walk 65 meters northwest, then proceed to the left front.