The model stands inside the door, and the photographer stands at a diagonal position in front of the model, about 4 meters away, to capture a side shot that includes the roof within the courtyard and the yellow leaves to the right of the pear blossom courtyard entrance.

1. Photography Equipment: Fujifilm XT-5 with a 16-50mm lens.
2. Model Poses:
   ① A candid shot of the model stepping out from inside the door.
   ② The model supporting the doorframe while stepping up onto the staircase.
3. Travel Tips:
   ① Admission is 50 RMB per person, and the scenic area is open from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
   ② Parking lots 1 and 2 are close to the entrance, but spaces can be tight after 12:00 PM. It is recommended to arrive early. Parking fees are 10 RMB per day.

Tanzhe Temple - Pear Tree Courtyard Entrance

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Tanzhe Temple, located in the southeastern foot of Tanzhe Mountain, Mentougou District, Beijing (northeast corner).

Photography Tips

The model stands inside the door, and the photographer stands at a diagonal position in front of the model, about 4 meters away, to capture a side shot that includes the roof within the courtyard and the yellow leaves to the right of the pear blossom courtyard entrance. 1. Photography Equipment: Fujifilm XT-5 with a 16-50mm lens. 2. Model Poses: ① A candid shot of the model stepping out from inside the door. ② The model supporting the doorframe while stepping up onto the staircase. 3. Travel Tips: ① Admission is 50 RMB per person, and the scenic area is open from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. ② Parking lots 1 and 2 are close to the entrance, but spaces can be tight after 12:00 PM. It is recommended to arrive early. Parking fees are 10 RMB per day.

Walking Guide

The best spot for taking photos is right at the entrance of the Pear Tree Courtyard. — step-by-step photo guide

The best spot for taking photos is right at the entrance of the Pear Tree Courtyard.

After getting your ticket checked, enter through the small door on the left. — step-by-step photo guide

After getting your ticket checked, enter through the small door on the left.

Go straight for 30 meters through the gateway, then turn left to enter Pear Tree Courtyard. — step-by-step photo guide

Go straight for 30 meters through the gateway, then turn left to enter Pear Tree Courtyard.

Continue straight, go up the stairs, and turn left. — step-by-step photo guide

Continue straight, go up the stairs, and turn left.

Go straight through the small door on the left side of the Heavenly King Hall. — step-by-step photo guide

Go straight through the small door on the left side of the Heavenly King Hall.

After entering the scenic area, turn right, then go straight to the end and turn left. Walk 300 meters to reach the ticket checkpoint. — step-by-step photo guide

After entering the scenic area, turn right, then go straight to the end and turn left. Walk 300 meters to reach the ticket checkpoint.