Tiananmen - Capture the top of the Bell Tower architecture.

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Building 17, Xijiaminxiang, Xicheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

The photographer, positioned beneath the clock tower, employs a low-angle shot with a centered composition, placing the top dome and clock of the tower at the center of the frame to ensure the architectural details are complete. The frame includes the top dome, red railings, and a portion of the wall, with a blue sky in the background to enhance the sense of purity. Best time for shooting: It is recommended to photograph during clear weather when the sunlight is favorable.

Walking Guide

Walk north for 187 meters along the road on the west side of the square to reach your destination.

Take the metro [Line 2 / Line 8] to [Qianmen Station], and exit from the A Northeast exit.

Walk southeast to the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Coordinated Development Exhibition Area (on your left) and then turn right.

Walk southwest and pass the archaeological cabin of the Zhengyang Bridge site (on your left), then head to the right front.

Walk north for 116 meters and turn left.

Walk 6 meters northwest along Xianmen Xihéyán Street and turn right.

Walk northeast to Qianmen Xihouheyao (on the left side of the road), then proceed diagonally left.

Walk west and pass the Gaoyan Village Health Station in Tan Tou Town (on your left), then turn left and continue walking.

Walk 72 meters southwest and then turn right.

Walk north for 65 meters, then turn left.

Walk 101 meters northeast and then proceed to the right.

Walk 58 meters straight to the east.

Walk 73 meters southeast and continue straight.

Walk southwest and pass the Yishei Hotel (on your left) then turn right.