Dongjiaomin Alley – Former French Post Office Building
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No. 19-1, Dongjiaominxiang, Donghuamen Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing
Photography Tips
The composition is symmetrical, with the entrance of the building at the center of the frame, and the brick walls, decorations, and arched windows are symmetrically distributed on both sides, highlighting a sense of solemn balance. The photographer uses a low-angle shot to capture the entirety of the entrance, the triangular roof at the top, and the detailed carvings. The frame includes the stone steps in front of the door, the light and shadow on the walls, and retains some sky and tree branches at the top to enhance the sense of depth in the image. It is recommended to use a medium telephoto lens to compress the space and highlight the texture and structural details of the building. Travel tips: no admission fee required.
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Walking Guide
Walk 16 meters north and then turn left.
Walk south along Taijichang Street until you reach Taijichang Dafang (on the right), then make a right turn.
Take the subway [Line 1/Batong Line/Line 8] to [Wangfujing Station], and exit from the B3 Southeast exit.
Walk 45 meters west along East Chang'an Street and turn left.
