Photo Tips: The photographer should stand 2 meters in front of the model and use the flash. Be mindful of reflections from signs, and take the photo while squatting halfway.

Posing Tips: The model should stand sideways facing the photographer.

Check-in Guide:
Reservations: No reservations needed for the Drum Tower, but try to avoid holidays as it gets very crowded and you might need to wait in line for photos.

Photography Time: Around 8:00 PM on July 22nd.

Photography Equipment: iPhone 14.

Gulou - Night view of the drum tower across the road railings

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9 Linzi, Zhonglouwan Hutong, Dongcheng District, Beijing (320 meters northwest from Exit A2 of Shichahai Subway Station)

Photography Tips

Photo Tips: The photographer should stand 2 meters in front of the model and use the flash. Be mindful of reflections from signs, and take the photo while squatting halfway. Posing Tips: The model should stand sideways facing the photographer. Check-in Guide: Reservations: No reservations needed for the Drum Tower, but try to avoid holidays as it gets very crowded and you might need to wait in line for photos. Photography Time: Around 8:00 PM on July 22nd. Photography Equipment: iPhone 14.

Walking Guide

Go straight for 340 meters. — step-by-step photo guide

Go straight for 340 meters.

Upon exiting at Exit C of Metro Line 8, turn right. — step-by-step photo guide

Upon exiting at Exit C of Metro Line 8, turn right.

Arrive at the best shooting spot. — step-by-step photo guide

Arrive at the best shooting spot.

Turn right. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn right.

Go straight for 20 meters. — step-by-step photo guide

Go straight for 20 meters.