The photographer stands in front of the red wall, shooting at an upward angle to capture the entire "Chang Le Chang'an" text. Use a standard lens to shoot, with the inscription "Chang Le Chang'an" in the center of the frame, and tree branches in the upper right corner. Travel Tips: Shooting in sunny weather provides better lighting and more impressive photos.

Cuihua Peak – Red Wall with “Chang Le Chang’an”

Composition can opt for a medium shot, incorporating the entirety of the boulder, the full body of the person, and parts of the landscape, to showcase the complete scene where the inscribed stone blends with nature; a close-up can focus on the person's expression and the details of their hands touching the stone, with a partial view of the inscription to enhance the sense of interaction. Use the outline of the boulder and the lines of the surrounding trees to guide the viewer's gaze, embedding the person within the landscape composition. Avoid the harsh light at noon and choose times before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m., using soft light to give the image a moist and gentle filter; at noon, you can find the shade of the boulder and use diffused light to make the image more transparent. Clothing choices should include light-colored shirts, colorful skirts, and other simple daily styles that match the landscape; outdoor workwear and light Chinese styles also stand out, and with the background of mountains and waters, you can capture more beautiful photos. Check-in tips: Opening hours are 8:30 - 18:00 during the peak season and 9:00 - 17:00 during the off-season, with no entry allowed after 16:00. Photography poses: ① As shown in the picture, slightly lift one leg, place one hand naturally on the boulder, and casually stretch the other hand, integrating a relaxed sense of travel into the landscape; ② Stand facing the boulder, lightly press both hands against the stone surface, and slightly lean back, integrating the "Cuihua Mountain" inscription, the person, and the entire landscape, highlighting the grandeur of the scene; ③ Walk or jog slowly around the boulder, raise your hand to make a victory sign or point towards the forest, capturing the sense of freshness with dynamic movements, making the photo more story-like.

Qinling Cuihua Mountain – Cuihua Mountain Stone Marker

Use the layered mountains behind the inscription stone by Zhong Nanshan to create depth. Position the person next to the rock, crossing their arms to show relaxation, or casually leaning on the rock or walking slowly. Shoot in medium shot to include the full view of the inscription and the person, highlighting the natural and rustic charm; you can also focus on the person's expression, paired with the details of the inscription text, to highlight the integration of humanities and nature. Choose simple daily attire to match the landscape, avoiding the harsh light at noon. The soft light before 12 PM and after 4 PM can capture the unique atmosphere of the inscription blending with nature. Check-in tips: Opening hours: High season 8:30 AM - 6 PM, low season 9:00 AM - 5 PM, no entry after 4 PM. Photo poses: ① Stroll slowly on the path in front of the inscription, with feet naturally apart, one hand lightly on the rock, and the other hand casually extending to the side, blending into the atmosphere of the landscape and inscription; ② Face the inscription stone, with one hand gently touching the surface of the rock and the other hand pointing to the distant mountains, looking in the direction of the finger, instantly enhancing the atmosphere; ③ Stand against the rock with a side view, one foot slightly bent, hand lightly touching the edge of the inscription.

Cuihua Scenic Area – Zhong Nanshan Stone Inscription

Utilize the crevices of the wind cave boulders and the background forest to create a sense of depth. Position the subject next to the rock, with crossed arms to show a relaxed posture, or lean against the rock and take natural steps. Capture the boulder crevices and the subject in a medium shot to highlight the beauty of nature, and also use close-ups of the subject's expressions paired with details of the boulders. Opt for a simple, everyday style of clothing that matches the atmosphere of the landscape. Avoid the harsh midday light and choose to shoot before 12 PM or after 4 PM to use the soft light to capture the unique atmosphere of the boulders blending with nature. Check-in tips: Operating hours: High season 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM, Low season 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, no entry after 4:00 PM. Photo poses: 1. Stroll slowly on the path between the boulder crevices, with feet naturally apart, one hand lightly resting on the adjacent rock, and the other hand casually extended, allowing a sense of ease to blend into the landscape of mountains, water, and rocks. 2. Face the wind cave boulder crevices, with one hand gently supporting the rock and the other hand pointing towards the distant forest, with your gaze following the direction of your finger, instantly enhancing the atmosphere. 3. Stand sideways against the rock, with one foot slightly bent, hand lightly touching the edge of the boulder, and a slight tilt of the body, making the image immediately lively.

Cuihua National Geopark – Giant Rock Crevice

Utilize the layered stone carvings and the surrounding mountains to create a sense of depth. Position the subject beside the rock, with crossed arms to show a relaxed posture, or leaning against the rock and taking natural strides. Use a medium shot to include the full view of the carvings and the subject, highlighting the natural and rustic beauty. Close-ups of the subject's expression paired with details of the carvings can also be used. Opt for simple, everyday attire that matches the ambiance of the landscape. Avoid harsh midday light and choose to shoot before 12 PM or after 4 PM to capture the unique atmosphere of the carvings blending with nature. Check-in tips: Opening hours: 8:30-18:00 in high season, 9:00-17:00 in low season, no entry after 16:00. Photography poses: ① Stroll slowly on the path in front of the carvings, with feet naturally apart, one hand lightly resting on a nearby rock, and the other arm casually extended, blending ease and relaxation into the landscape and carvings; ② Face the stone carvings directly, with one hand gently supporting the rock and the other hand pointing towards the distant mountains, eyes following the direction of the fingers, instantly enhancing the atmosphere; ③ Stand side-on against the rock, with one foot slightly bent, hand lightly touching the edge of the carving, and a slight tilt of the body, bringing the scene to life.

Cuihua National Geopark – Tiandong Stone Engraving

Photo by Cuihua Mountain Summit

Cuihua Mountain Summit

Utilize the layered mountain forest behind the Tianchi stone carvings to create depth, with the person standing beside a stone block, arms crossed to appear relaxed, or leaning against the stone block and naturally walking. Use a medium shot to include the entirety of the carvings and the person, highlighting the natural and rustic atmosphere; close-ups of the person's expressions paired with details of the carvings are also possible. Choose simple everyday attire that matches the landscape, and avoid the harsh light at noon. The soft light before 12 PM and after 4 PM can capture the unique atmosphere of the carvings blending with nature. Check-in tips: Opening hours: High season 8:30 - 18:00, low season 9:00 - 17:00, no entry after 16:00. Photo poses: ① Sit on a stone near the carvings, with feet naturally crossed, one hand lightly resting on the stone beside you, and the other hand stretched out casually, blending relaxation into the landscape and carvings; ② Face the Tianchi carvings directly, with one hand gently touching the stone and the other hand pointing to the distant mountains, with your gaze following the direction of your finger, instantly filling the atmosphere; ③ Stand sideways against the stone, with one foot slightly bent, hand lightly touching the edge of the carving, and a slight tilt of the body, making the image immediately lively.

Qinling Cuihua Mountain – Tianchi Stone Carving

Use a low-angle upward shot, with the camera pointing upwards towards the ginkgo branches and leaves, filling the frame with golden leaves and retaining a small amount of blue sky in the background to enhance the sense of depth. You can push the camera forward to show the depth of the branches or use a circular motion to capture the leaves from multiple angles. Shooting time: It is recommended to choose a sunny day when the light is good, making it easier to get good shots.

Xi’an Cuihua Scenic Area – Tianchi Ginkgo Forest

The photographer stands directly in front or slightly to the side of the sign, at a height roughly parallel to the sign, and captures the image from a horizontal angle to fully display the text information on the sign and the background scenery. Using the rule of thirds, the sign is positioned at one-third of the image. Travel Tips: ① Admission Tickets: Adult tickets cost 65 yuan, student tickets 32 yuan, and individuals over the age of 65 enter for free. ② Walking Tour Route: Shuttle Bus - Main Waterfall (about 100 meters from the shuttle bus stop) - Heavenly Pool - Wind Cave & Ice Cave - Cuihuaping - Eighteen Bend Pathway.

Cuihua Mountain – Signpost

Utilize the depth of the rock crevices and the unique texture of the rock walls to create layers. Position the subject in the middle of the pathway, with arms outstretched to enhance the sense of spatial extension; or close to the rock wall, touching the rock details with hands to strengthen the interaction with nature. Include the full view of the crevice and the subject in the mid-shot to highlight the rugged momentum of the mountains and wilderness; focus on close-ups of the hands touching the rock texture and the natural smile on the face to convey an immersive experience. Check-in tips: Opening hours: High season 8:30 - 18:00, Low season 9:00 - 17:00, no entry after 16:00. Photo poses: ① Stand in the center of the rock crevice pathway, extend arms widely towards both rock walls, lean back slightly to echo the outline of the boulders with your body, capturing the atmosphere of embracing the wilderness; ② Stand sideways close to one rock wall, lightly touch the moss or texture on the rock with one hand, let the other hand hang naturally, and lightly touch the ground with the tip of your toe to create a relaxed and lazy feeling; ③ Walk slowly along the rock crevice pathway, gently swing arms in rhythm with the steps, and gaze into the distant mountains and forests.

Qinling Cuihua Mountain – Giant Rock Crack