The reflection on the ceiling can be used to take a photo with people facing upwards, then mirror the phone. The photographer stands directly below the reflective area on the ceiling, using the rule of thirds for composition and utilizing the ceiling reflection to create a sense of symmetry. The red handrail corresponds with the building's reflection in the image, enhancing the visual depth. Use a wide-angle lens to capture a broader shot.

Xi’an Bell Tower – Upside-Down Bell Tower Shot

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Approximately 30 meters northeast of the Bell Tower Hotel, Zhonglou Roundabout, Lianhu District, Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province

Photography Tips

The reflection on the ceiling can be used to take a photo with people facing upwards, then mirror the phone. The photographer stands directly below the reflective area on the ceiling, using the rule of thirds for composition and utilizing the ceiling reflection to create a sense of symmetry. The red handrail corresponds with the building's reflection in the image, enhancing the visual depth. Use a wide-angle lens to capture a broader shot.

Walking Guide

Take the Subway Line 2 to the Bell Tower Station and exit from Exit C. Board multiple bus routes such as No. 6, No. 7, or No. 8 to get off at the Bell Tower Station. If driving or taking a taxi, navigate to Kaiyuan Shopping Mall. Walk down the main entrance steps of the Kaiyuan Shopping Mall, and you'll find the fountain where you can capture this photo spot. — step-by-step photo guide

Take the Subway Line 2 to the Bell Tower Station and exit from Exit C. Board multiple bus routes such as No. 6, No. 7, or No. 8 to get off at the Bell Tower Station. If driving or taking a taxi, navigate to Kaiyuan Shopping Mall. Walk down the main entrance steps of the Kaiyuan Shopping Mall, and you'll find the fountain where you can capture this photo spot.