Place the phoenix-patterned gold plate at the center of the frame to highlight the exquisite decoration and metal texture of the artifact; the photographer uses a flat shooting angle to maintain a sense of compositional balance, focusing on the phoenix texture in the center of the gold plate with a black, simple background, and controlling the exposure to avoid excessive metal glare; it is recommended to use a standard lens for shooting. 1. Opening Hours: Peak season (March 15th - November 14th) 08:30-18:00, Off-peak season (November 15th - March 14th of the following year) 09:00-17:30, closed on Mondays except for public holidays. 2. Other Tips: ① It may be difficult to reserve tickets for the Shaanxi History Museum, so it is recommended to plan ahead; ② Be sure not to use a flash when taking photos.

Shaanxi History Museum – Phoenix Pattern Gold Plate

The photographer stands in front of the sculpture, using a low-angle shot to include the equestrian statue, the roof of the ancient-style building, the night sky, and statues of ancient figures in the frame. Travel Tips: The大唐不夜城 district in Xi'an is open 24 hours a day, all year round.

Tang Dynasty Night City – Horse Sculpture Night

Position yourself slightly above the exhibit for a comprehensive capture of the gold cakes' details, including background elements. It is recommended to use a standard lens to showcase the subject's details while maintaining a sense of space in the exhibition environment. 1. Travel Tips: From April 1st to October 31st, 2025, the museum will be open on Mondays, allowing visits on any day of the week. Choose off-peak times to minimize reflections from crowds and achieve better photographs. 2. Additional Tips: If permitted, consider capturing the interaction between your own hand (or a model's) and the gold cakes (e.g., pointing, holding) without touching the display case, creating a visual effect of touching history.

Shaanxi History Museum – Gold Cake

It is recommended that the photographer take a frontal shot of the cultural relic, positioning the camera height level with the main body of the pot to ensure the details are fully presented. A centered composition is suggested to highlight the design and aesthetic beauty of the pot. Use a standard camera lens to avoid wide-angle distortion and to emphasize the subject.

Shaanxi History Museum – Celadon Ewer

Place the circular moonlight decoration in the center of the frame, with a centered composition to highlight the "Chang'an" theme and the silhouette of the tower. Include the greenery in the foreground to add depth, and retain the eaves of the buildings in the background. Travel Tips: ① Admission Price: Free; ② Opening Hours: Open from 8:00 to 23:00.

Tang Dynasty Night City – Chang’an Moon Light & Pagoda Silhouette

Using a low-angle shot, the photographer stands slightly lower in front of the sculpture wall to emphasize the three-dimensionality and height of the sculpture. Employing a centralized composition, the main sculpture is placed in the center of the frame, with human head sculptures and the Great Wall horse relief details on both sides to balance the image. The frame includes the main sculpture, side reliefs, and some white walls, preserving the purple decoration on the left to enhance the sense of depth, fully displaying the entirety and details of the sculpture wall.

Shaanxi History Museum – Qin & Han Gallery Sculpture Wall

The photographer stands in front of the subject, aligning the camera height with the subject's eyes. By employing a contrasting composition, the subject's bright red Hanfu contrasts sharply with the gray-white themed wall, highlighting the main body of the subject. Using a medium focal length lens, it clearly displays the subject's posture, the details of the clothing, and the texture of the themed wall. Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 9:00 to 7:30 PM, closing at 17:00, closed on Tuesdays (except for legal holidays).

Shaanxi History Museum – “Same World” Theme Wall

Capture close-up shots of the exquisitely carved patterns, texts, and other details to highlight the craftsmanship of the artifacts. Other tips: Remember to turn off the flash, as museums generally prohibit the use of flash, which can damage the artifacts and cause reflections that affect the quality of the photos. Therefore, it is essential to rely on available light for photography.

Shaanxi History Museum – Dugu Xin Multifaceted Coal Seal

Medium shot composition, placing the character at the center of the lower part of the frame to highlight their posture and the beauty of the Hanfu. Meanwhile, use the architectural steps to guide the viewer's gaze, extending to the background buildings, and combine with the dusk sky to create an atmosphere full of ancient charm and poetic sentiment. Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 9:00-17:30, closing at 17:00, closed on Tuesdays (except for statutory holidays), closing at 5:00 PM, advance reservation required, makeup and styling should be completed before 5:00 PM to wear for shooting, it is recommended to do makeup and styling in the afternoon or at noon.

Shaanxi History Museum – Long Staircase at Sunset

The photographer stands slightly further away from the front of the Buddha statue, shooting upward at a slight angle, using the rule of thirds to place the main Buddha statue slightly above the center of the frame, with the left and right Buddha statues located at one-third of the frame on each side, enhancing the balance of the image. It is recommended to use a 24mm focal length or the 1x setting on a smartphone, suitable for capturing large scenes in limited indoor spaces. Travel Tips: Make a reservation through the bottom right corner of the Shaanxi History Museum's public WeChat account, tickets are released at 10, 11, 18, and 19 o'clock daily.

Shaanxi History Museum – Stone Cave Buddha