Use a low angle shot, capturing the ancient building's roof and eaves from a lower position looking upwards. Employ foreground composition by including the branches on the left to add depth, with the background featuring roof tiles, carved eaves, and rising incense smoke to enhance the atmosphere. Recommend using a medium to long focal length to focus on the roof details and the movement of the incense smoke, highlighting the charm of ancient architecture. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: 25 yuan per person (free incense sticks available at the entrance); ② Opening Hours: April 1st - October 31st from 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry at 16:30); November 1st - March 31st from 9:00 to 16:30 (last entry at 16:00).

Lama Temple - Ancient architectural roof eaves and incense smoke

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No. 28 Yonghegong Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing (250 meters walk southeast from Exit F of Yonghegong Subway Station)

Photography Tips

Use a low angle shot, capturing the ancient building's roof and eaves from a lower position looking upwards. Employ foreground composition by including the branches on the left to add depth, with the background featuring roof tiles, carved eaves, and rising incense smoke to enhance the atmosphere. Recommend using a medium to long focal length to focus on the roof details and the movement of the incense smoke, highlighting the charm of ancient architecture. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: 25 yuan per person (free incense sticks available at the entrance); ② Opening Hours: April 1st - October 31st from 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry at 16:30); November 1st - March 31st from 9:00 to 16:30 (last entry at 16:00).

Walking Guide

Walk east along Xilou Hutong until you reach Huanhai Zunqin (on your left) and then turn left.

Walk along Yonghegong Street past the baggage storage (on your right) and then turn left.

Walk north and pass the bronze-cast Sumeru Mountain (on your right) to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk north and pass the bronze-cast Sumeru Mountain (on your right) to reach your destination.

Walk south and turn right after passing Leshing Light Workshop (on the right).

Take the subway [Line 2 / Line 5] to [Yonghegong Station], and exit from the A (northwest) exit.

Walk west along Andingmen Dong Street for 52 meters, then turn left.