The photographer is positioned behind and to the side of the subject, ensuring that both the main figure and the background Tiananmen Gate Tower are clearly captured in the frame. A central composition is used, placing the figure at the center of the image, while the national flag held by the subject echoes with the background Tiananmen Gate Tower. Additional suggestion: The lights at Tiananmen Square are turned on at 20:05, recommend visiting at the time of illumination.

Tiananmen Square - Night view of Tiananmen Tower

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

Photography Tips

The photographer is positioned behind and to the side of the subject, ensuring that both the main figure and the background Tiananmen Gate Tower are clearly captured in the frame. A central composition is used, placing the figure at the center of the image, while the national flag held by the subject echoes with the background Tiananmen Gate Tower. Additional suggestion: The lights at Tiananmen Square are turned on at 20:05, recommend visiting at the time of illumination.

Walking Guide

Take Subway Line 1 or Batong Line to Tiananmen East Station, exit D (Southwest Exit). Walk north for 24 meters, turn right, walk east for 89 meters, turn left, walk southwest for 390 meters, turn right, walk west for 45 meters, turn left, walk south for 132 meters, turn right, walk west for 138 meters, turn left, walk south for 42 meters, turn left, walk southeast for 103 meters, turn right, walk west for 66 meters to reach the Tiananmen Square viewing area.