Using leading lines, the Great Wall’s sinuous lines stretch from the left to the right of the frame, naturally guiding the viewer’s focus to the main subject. The photographer stands high on a watchtower to capture an overhead shot, showcasing the full extent of the Great Wall and the surrounding dense forests. The composition should include the main section of the Great Wall, the watchtower, and the surrounding lush mountains, with distant mountain ranges added to enhance the sense of depth.

Badaling Great Wall - Capturing the Great Wall and Mountain Landscapes

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Exit 58, G6 Beijing-Tibet Expressway, Yanqing District, Beijing

Photography Tips

Using leading lines, the Great Wall’s sinuous lines stretch from the left to the right of the frame, naturally guiding the viewer’s focus to the main subject. The photographer stands high on a watchtower to capture an overhead shot, showcasing the full extent of the Great Wall and the surrounding dense forests. The composition should include the main section of the Great Wall, the watchtower, and the surrounding lush mountains, with distant mountain ranges added to enhance the sense of depth.

Walking Guide

You can take bus 879 and get off at Badaling Great Wall, then walk 223 meters to reach the scenic area.