It is recommended to use the rule of thirds for composition, placing the main stone lion on the right third of the frame, with the midground stone lion on the left to create depth. Shoot from a flat angle, capturing the green shrubs in the foreground, the red palace walls in the background, and the yellow rooftops to enrich the environmental atmosphere. Travel tips: Reservations for tickets should be made 7 days in advance.

Tiananmen Square - photographing stone lion sculptures and architectural greenery.

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50 meters southeast of the intersection of West Chang'an Street and Square West Road, Dongcheng District, Beijing.

Photography Tips

It is recommended to use the rule of thirds for composition, placing the main stone lion on the right third of the frame, with the midground stone lion on the left to create depth. Shoot from a flat angle, capturing the green shrubs in the foreground, the red palace walls in the background, and the yellow rooftops to enrich the environmental atmosphere. Travel tips: Reservations for tickets should be made 7 days in advance.

Walking Guide

Take the subway [Line 1 / Batong Line] to [Tiananmen East Station], and exit from the D (southwest) exit.

Walk 108 meters west to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk 108 meters west to reach your destination.

Walk north to the public restroom (on your right) and then turn left.

Walk 89 meters east and then turn left.

Walk 149 meters west and turn right.

Walk 24 meters north and then turn right.