Photo by Temple of Heaven - brick walls, glazed tiles, and street lamps

Temple of Heaven - brick walls, glazed tiles, and street lamps

Using a reflection composition, the photographer utilizes a glass platform on the ground to reflect the building, enhancing the balance of the image. Standing in front of the glass platform at a low angle, the photographer captures the building’s roof and the “Respect Heaven” plaque in detail. The framing includes the main structure of the building, the stone railings on both sides, and the leaves on the left side. The background retains the overcast sky, adding depth and richness to the layers, ensuring that the entire building and its surrounding elements are fully presented.

Beijing Temple of Heaven Park - Glass Stone Balustrade and Palace Respecting Heaven Plaque

The large bell and the green roof above it are centered in the frame, with symmetrical walls and eaves on either side, emphasizing the solemnity of the ancient architecture. The composition includes red walls, yellow arches, the full view of the roof, and the sky above. The stone path and railings in front of the building are also featured to add depth to the environment, showcasing the intricate details and grandeur of the structure.

Temple of Heaven Park - Red Walls, Architecture, and Bells

Using a diagonal composition, the red wall stretches from the lower left to the upper right, guiding the viewer's eye toward the distant building's roof. The photographer shoots from a low angle, looking up, and includes green trees on the left as a foreground element to add depth. The background retains the building's roof and the sky.

Temple of Heaven Park - brick walls, green trees, and distant buildings

Photo by Temple of Heaven Park - Relief Stone Archway and Autumn Leaves

Temple of Heaven Park - Relief Stone Archway and Autumn Leaves

Photo by Temple of Heaven Park - Take a photo with the lawn, brick walls, and green plants.

Temple of Heaven Park - Take a photo with the lawn, brick walls, and green plants.

Photo by Temple of Heaven - Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests and the surrounding pavilions

Temple of Heaven - Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests and the surrounding pavilions

Photo by The Temple of Heaven - Red walls, yellow glazed roof tiles, and pine trees.

The Temple of Heaven - Red walls, yellow glazed roof tiles, and pine trees.

The photographer used a level shooting angle, with the model positioned on the right side of the frame. The right stone wall serves as the foreground, adding depth to the composition. The subject is clearly highlighted, and the scenery includes the foreground stone wall, the model, and the background trees and path, effectively showcasing the environmental atmosphere.

Travel Tips:
1. Ticket Prices: During peak season, the regular ticket costs 15 CNY, and the combo ticket costs 34 CNY. During the off-season, the regular ticket is 10 CNY, and the combo ticket is 28 CNY. Students, seniors over 60, children under 1.2 meters, military personnel, and people with disabilities can enjoy half-price or free admission.
2. Opening Hours: The Temple of Heaven is open from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with attractions inside opening from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

Temple of Heaven - Take a photo with the round arch stone wall and green plants.

Photo by Temple of Heaven in Beijing - Architectural details and sunset on roof tiles

Temple of Heaven in Beijing - Architectural details and sunset on roof tiles