Daming Temple's courtyard with the Qixia Pagoda has autumn foliage and incense smoke at opening time.
Daming Temple's courtyard with the Qixia Pagoda has autumn foliage and incense smoke at opening time. The Pingshan Hall terrace gives a quiet view south.
Respect worshippers and avoid flash in halls.
| Best time | Early morning |
|---|---|
| Best season | Autumn |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Getting there | Didi or bus to Daming Temple. |
| Address | Pingshantang Road, Shugang, Hanjiang District, Yangzhou (扬州市邗江区蜀冈大明寺) |
Shooting notes
- Equipment
- Standard zoom 24-70mm; telephoto 70-200mm
- Lens
- 24-70mm
- Composition
- Frame the pagoda with courtyard trees.
- Tip
- Use a telephoto to isolate details.
Location
Pingshantang Road, Shugang, Hanjiang District, Yangzhou (扬州市邗江区蜀冈大明寺)
32.4372, 119.4025 View on map
Highlights
- Qixia Pagoda
- Temple courtyards
- Incense smoke
Tips for visiting
- Photograph at opening
- Do not use flash
- Ask before photographing monks
When to visit
Early morning in autumn
Accessibility
Steps up the hill.
Frequently asked questions
How do visitors get to Daming Temple and Qixia Pagoda?
Didi or bus to Daming Temple.
When is the best time to visit Daming Temple and Qixia Pagoda?
Early morning in autumn