The model stands next to a large yellow lantern, and the photographer takes a frontal shot at eye level. Travel Guide: ① Admission Price: Free. ② Opening Hours: 10:00-22:00.

Xi’an Joy City – Yellow Lanterns

You can adopt a frontal shooting angle from above the steps of the underground palace, placing the Big Wild Goose Pagoda at the center of the frame to highlight the main architectural body with a centered composition. The steps serve as the foreground, extending to the middle of the picture, guiding the viewer's gaze from the steps to the tower, enhancing the sense of depth. It is suggested to include moving pedestrians in the foreground to increase the vividness and story-telling of the image, ensuring that the tower is complete and retaining the background red walls, green trees, and blue sky to create a layered visual effect. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: The ticket costs 30 yuan, no reservation is needed; ② Opening Hours: 8:30-17:40.

Xi’an Big Wild Goose Pagoda – Near Underground Palace

The model stands in front of a red wall, with the photographer positioned directly in front of the model, shooting at eye level. A standard lens is used, and the central composition method is applied, with the model in the center of the frame to highlight the subject, and the red wall as the background. Travel Tips: The opening hours are from 08:00 to 18:30.

Daci’en Temple – With Temple Red Wall

Maintain the integrity and layering of the screen wall. Capture the model's elegant dynamics from a slight upward angle at an appropriate distance, while showcasing the architectural details of the background. Additional suggestions: Visit in the morning or on weekdays to avoid peak crowds.

Daci’en Temple – Red Brick Wall

The model stands in an open space, with the photographer about 2-3 meters away, and the camera is positioned at chest level, shooting with a 50mm prime lens at f1.8. Additional tips: Use one light to illuminate the model's side and back as a rim light, and use a flash or fill light to brighten the model's front.

Tang Daci’en Temple Ruins Park – Buddha & Big Wild Goose Pagoda Night View

The photographer employs a frontal and eye-level stance, presenting the statue in its entirety and symmetry; placing the Xuanzang statue at the center of the frame to emphasize the main subject; compressing the background space to make the statue clearly prominent, with a simple and clean background, ensuring the composition focuses on the main subject. Travel Tips: ① Ticket price: 25, an additional 25 is needed to climb the tower; ② Opening hours: 8:30-17:40, entry stops 1 hour before closing. Additional advice: It is recommended to visit during the daytime.

Xi’an Big Wild Goose Pagoda – Xuanzang Statue

1. Shoot from a side angle, using the red wall as a leading line to enhance the perspective effect. Compose with the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the subject in the center. 2. The photographer should step back a bit to avoid the crowd behind, using a 70mm focal length. 1. Travel Tips: The ticket price is 40 yuan per person. 2. Additional Experiences: ①When entering the temple, respect the temple's rules, take photos politely, avoid loud noises and being too showy, and try not to disturb other worshippers; ② Come before 8 am when there are fewer people, and prepare your travel plan in advance. 3. Photo Poses: ①Have the subject stand sideways to the red wall, lightly touch the wall with one hand, and gaze down naturally or into the distance to highlight the contour lines. ②Face away from the camera, wear a wide-brimmed hat or hold a round fan, with the red wall as a solid-color background to create a storytelling atmosphere. 4. Style Suggestions: Women: Modified cheongsam (plain or with subtle patterns) + white dad shoes; or Hanfu cross-collar dress (avoid overly complicated designs). Men: Linen buttoned shirt + black wide-leg pants, paired with cloth shoes or simple leather shoes.

Daci’en Temple – Red Wall

The photographer stands about 5 meters away from the statue to take the shot, tilting the camera upwards to capture an upward angle and avoid crowds. A 70mm lens is used for shooting, with the photographer slightly positioned to the side to include both the sculpture and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda in the frame. The composition should be full, making use of the depth of space to enhance the storytelling. Travel Tips: It is recommended to visit for photography between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM, as the square is crowded at night and the lighting is not ideal. During the day, there are fewer people and better light.

Daci’en Temple – Big Wild Goose Pagoda & Xuanzang Statue

Position the figures, Buddha statues, and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda such that they do not obstruct the view of the buildings behind. The figures can stand at the lower left corner, with the Big Wild Goose Pagoda in the center and the Buddha statue at the upper right corner. Best time for shooting: It is recommended to take photos between 14:00 and 17:00 in the afternoon when the light is soft, and the sun is positioned diagonally behind the figures, providing even lighting that makes it easier to capture good shots. Dress suggestions: You can wear traditional Hanfu costumes or everyday clothing, and place your hands together in front of your chest while looking ahead. Additional tips: This vantage point for photography can sometimes be crowded with people, often requiring a wait. You can start by taking a few shots of the empty scenery, then figure out your posing before taking the photos, which can improve the efficiency of getting good shots. Photo poses: 1. Place your hands together and slightly bow your head, with your gaze directed downwards towards the Buddha statue (maintaining respect). 2. Stand sideways, lightly touch a prayer wheel or ancient wall with one hand, and look into the distance. 3. Use the archways or corridors of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda as a frame, with the figure either centered or positioned to the side while walking or standing still. Dress suggestions: 1. Vintage Hanfu Style Recommended: Tang Dynasty high-waisted Ruqun, Song Dynasty Beizi, with colors ranging from simple and elegant (off-white, indigo) to rich and deep (vermilion, dark green). 2. Modern minimalist style Linen long skirts + knitted cardigans, with color choices in earth tones (camel, caramel). Black blazer + white innerwear, creating a color contrast with ancient architecture.

Daci’en Temple – Buddha & Big Wild Goose Pagoda

Photo by Xi’an Aeronautics University – Aviation Culture Museum Old Exterior

Xi’an Aeronautics University – Aviation Culture Museum Old Exterior