The photographer stands below the drum tower, using a low-angle shot. The composition includes dense green branches on the left to add depth, with the red wall and roof of the drum tower as the main subject on the right side of the frame, preserving the architectural details and colors. The view includes the red wall, roof, and a portion of the sky.

Best time for shooting: It is recommended to take photos during clear weather and when the sunlight is good.

Beijing Drum Tower - Branches with the Red Walls and Gray Roofs of the Drum Tower

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No. 9, Zhonglouwan Hutong, Dongcheng District, Beijing (430 meters northwest from Exit A2 of Shichahai Subway Station)

Photography Tips

The photographer stands below the drum tower, using a low-angle shot. The composition includes dense green branches on the left to add depth, with the red wall and roof of the drum tower as the main subject on the right side of the frame, preserving the architectural details and colors. The view includes the red wall, roof, and a portion of the sky. Best time for shooting: It is recommended to take photos during clear weather and when the sunlight is good.

Walking Guide

Walk northwest along Zhonglouwan Hutong to the Beijing Bell and Drum Tower Cultural Relics Management Office (on your left), then turn left to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk northwest along Zhonglouwan Hutong to the Beijing Bell and Drum Tower Cultural Relics Management Office (on your left), then turn left to reach your destination.

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

Walk 30 meters west and then turn right.

Walk north along Dianmen Outer Street to the Zhonggu Lou Cultural Square (on your right) and then turn right.

Walk northeast along Gulou East Street for 95 meters and then turn left.