Use a low-angle shot to make the Big Wild Goose Pagoda tower over the center of the frame, enhancing the grandeur of the architecture. Center composition, with the tower at the center of the picture, and the symmetrical laser beams and colorful fountains on both sides create balance and highlight the main subject. The framing should include the colorful fountain in the foreground and the dark night sky in the background to enrich the layers of the image. 

Shooting time: It is recommended to shoot at night when the lights are beautiful.

Giant Wild Goose Pagoda – Fountain View

The model is seated by the window, adorned with flowers and dolls, in a sweet posture. The photographer stands directly in front of the model, with the camera level with the model's shoulders. A central composition is used, placing the subject in the center of the frame, and highlighting the subject against the background of surrounding flowers and window decorations. A mid-range lens is selected to clearly display the subject's expression and scene details, reducing distortion. 

Travel Tips: Admission is free, advance reservation is required, and you can enter by scanning your ID card.

Xi’an Giant Wild Goose Pagoda – Pagoda with Cherry Blossoms

Photo by Hou Village Jiayuan Building 1 – Pagoda View Through Window

Hou Village Jiayuan Building 1 – Pagoda View Through Window

Use a telephoto lens to compose shots of city traffic and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda with horizontal and vertical lines. On a good weather day, you can capture the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the Qinling Mountains in the same frame. It is recommended to use a tripod to stabilize the camera position for shooting.

Xi’an Yanta Road – Pedestrian Bridge View of Traffic & Giant Wild Goose Pagoda

The model stands in front of a backdrop with the character "Chang'an" located at one-third to the left of the frame, using the rule of thirds to highlight the interaction between the character and the background text. Shot from a flat angle, the composition includes the complete golden "Chang'an" characters and the English "CHANG AN", with green bushes on both sides to add depth. The model holds a goldfish lantern above her shoulder, slightly tilted, smiling at the camera to enhance the liveliness of the image, ensuring that the background text is clear and complete.

Travel Tips: The entrance fee is 30 yuan per person.

Giant Wild Goose Pagoda – With “Chang’an” Text Wall and Green Plants

The photographer stands in front of the incense burner, using a low-angle shot. The foreground highlights the details of the black incense burner, while the background includes the full view of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda on the left, enhancing the sense of depth in the image. The frame includes the incense burner, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and some blue sky and white clouds, maintaining balance in the composition.

Travel Tips:
① Ticket Prices: Adult tickets are 50 yuan, student tickets are 25 yuan;
② Opening Hours: 8:00 - 18:30.

Giant Wild Goose Pagoda – Incense Burner

The photographer uses a flat shooting angle with the model positioned at one-third of the way from the right side of the frame, and a conical device is included on the left to create a balanced composition. The framing includes the foreground of stones and gravel areas, the midground with the model standing naturally, and the background retains the simplicity of the light-colored wall, highlighting the sense of depth between the device, the figure, and the courtyard elements.

Travel Tips: Open all day.

Xi’an Zhiyin Hotel – Cone Installation & Stone

The model stands next to the calligraphy couplet, while the photographer stands not far behind the model, shooting at eye level, using green leaves as the foreground, placing the model in the center of the frame, with the couplet on the right and the bright hall in the background adding depth to the image.

Travel Tips:
① Ticket Price: The entrance fee is 40 yuan, and an additional 25 yuan is charged for climbing the tower;
② Opening Hours: 08:30-18:00.

Giant Wild Goose Pagoda – Carved Couplets & Guangming Hall

Photo by Giant Wild Goose Pagoda – Master Xuanzang

Giant Wild Goose Pagoda – Master Xuanzang

Use a centered composition with the model positioned at the center of the frame to highlight the subject. Shoot from a flat angle, with the model's hands pressed together in a dignified posture, echoing the traditional lantern background. Capture the entire lantern wall in the frame to enhance the atmosphere and cultural flavor.

Travel Tips:
① Ticket Price: Free admission;
② Opening Hours: Open all day.

Giant Wild Goose Pagoda – With “Fu” Lantern Wall