Using a symmetrical composition, the ancient building’s main gate is centered in the frame, with trees and architectural structures on both sides creating a balanced look. The photographer shoots at eye level, standing at a suitable distance in the square to capture the entire main building, the渐变 blue sky in the background, the stone pavement of the square in the foreground, and the layered trees on both sides.

1. Travel Tips:
① Admission Fee: 3 RMB;
② Opening Hours: 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM.
2. Additional Tips: The park is less crowded in the evening.

Zhongshan Park - White Stone Workshop and Vermilion Buildings in Beijing

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Zhinvqiao Dongheyan, Donghuamen Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

Using a symmetrical composition, the ancient building’s main gate is centered in the frame, with trees and architectural structures on both sides creating a balanced look. The photographer shoots at eye level, standing at a suitable distance in the square to capture the entire main building, the渐变 blue sky in the background, the stone pavement of the square in the foreground, and the layered trees on both sides. 1. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 3 RMB; ② Opening Hours: 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM. 2. Additional Tips: The park is less crowded in the evening.

Walking Guide

Walk northeast to the Forbidden City Food Store (on your left) and then turn left.

Walk north to the Peace Guard Gateway of Zhongshan Park (on the right side of the road), then proceed in the left-forward direction.

Walk north to the Wǔsè Tǔ (Five-Colored Soil) in Zhongshan Park (on your right) to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk north to the Wǔsè Tǔ (Five-Colored Soil) in Zhongshan Park (on your right) to reach your destination.

Take Line 1 or Line Batong to Tiananmen West Station and exit from the C (Southwest) exit.

Walk east past the West City Tower flag viewing point (on your right) and then turn left.

Walk northwest past the ancient tree (on your right) and then proceed to the right front.