The photographer stands at a lower position in front of the Paifang (archway) and shoots at eye level, using the rule of center composition to place the Cifu Paifang at the center of the frame. This method also utilizes symmetrical composition, leveraging the symmetrical structure of the Paifang to enhance the stability and balance of the image. Recommended shooting time: Daytime.

Summer Palace - Cifu Pavilion

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No. 19, Xinjian Palace Gate Road, Haidian District, Beijing, within the Summer Palace

Photography Tips

The photographer stands at a lower position in front of the Paifang (archway) and shoots at eye level, using the rule of center composition to place the Cifu Paifang at the center of the frame. This method also utilizes symmetrical composition, leveraging the symmetrical structure of the Paifang to enhance the stability and balance of the image. Recommended shooting time: Daytime.

Walking Guide

After exiting from Exit D of the Beijing Subway Line 4 Bei Gong Men station, walk west for about 200 meters. The northern gate of the Summer Palace will be on your left. Enter through the northern gate and follow Suzhou Street towards the north slope of Wanshou Hill. Continue up the path, and soon you'll see the Cifu Archway at the entrance to Song Tang.