The model leans against the red bridge railing, slightly leaning forward, while the photographer stands diagonally opposite, slightly lower than the model for a natural eye-level shot. The rule of thirds is used in composition, with the bridge railing serving as a leading line in the foreground, placing the model on the right one-third of the frame to highlight the subject. An 85mm focal length or 3x zoom on a phone is used to compress the background and blur the cherry blossom trees, enhancing the dreamy feel and depth of the image. 1. Ticket Price: $10 per person, no reservation required. 2. Outfit Suggestions: A light-colored dress is recommended to contrast with the vibrant colors of the cherry blossoms. You can also wear a traditional Chinese dress (Hanfu) or a modern Chinese-style outfit to create a dreamy, ethereal look. 3. Photography Props: Consider bringing props such as a fan, book, or kite to add more elements to the photos and make the poses appear more natural and lively.

The Old Summer Palace - Red Bridge Railings at the Zaoyuan Gate

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Zao Garden, Northwest Scenic Area, Yuanmingyuan Ruins Park, No. 28 Tsinghua West Road, Haidian District, Beijing.

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The model leans against the red bridge railing, slightly leaning forward, while the photographer stands diagonally opposite, slightly lower than the model for a natural eye-level shot. The rule of thirds is used in composition, with the bridge railing serving as a leading line in the foreground, placing the model on the right one-third of the frame to highlight the subject. An 85mm focal length or 3x zoom on a phone is used to compress the background and blur the cherry blossom trees, enhancing the dreamy feel and depth of the image. 1. Ticket Price: $10 per person, no reservation required. 2. Outfit Suggestions: A light-colored dress is recommended to contrast with the vibrant colors of the cherry blossoms. You can also wear a traditional Chinese dress (Hanfu) or a modern Chinese-style outfit to create a dreamy, ethereal look. 3. Photography Props: Consider bringing props such as a fan, book, or kite to add more elements to the photos and make the poses appear more natural and lively.

Walking Guide

Take the Subway Line 4 to Yuanmingyuan Station, and it's about a 5-minute walk to the Yuanmingyuan site. Enter through the Zhaoyuan Gate. Turn left and follow the path along the left bank of the river. You'll find a few peach trees scattered along the way. As you approach the Yuedi Yunju area, the peach trees become more dense. Continue along the south bank of the river. When you reach a small hill, you can see the Peach Blossom Stream and several tall peach trees. Keep going south, and you'll see a red bridge railing.