Photo by The side platform of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests at the Temple of Heaven.

The side platform of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests at the Temple of Heaven.

Photo by Temple of Heaven - Take a photo in front of the railings with the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests in the background.

Temple of Heaven - Take a photo in front of the railings with the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests in the background.

The model stands inside a red door arch, positioned at the center of the frame. The red door arch serves as a natural frame, highlighting the blend of traditional attire and ancient architecture. The composition includes the red walls of the door arch and parts of the stone railing, preserving architectural details to enhance the atmospheric feel.

Beijing Temple of Heaven Park - Take a photo with the red archway stone railings.

The photographer stands directly below the plaque, shooting upward with a centered composition to place the “Qiniannmen” plaque in the center of the frame, highlighting the gold border and blue background. It is recommended to use a medium telephoto or 3x zoom on a phone to clearly capture the decorative details. Travel Tips: The ticket price is 15 RMB during the high season and 10 RMB during the low season. A combined ticket costs 34 RMB in the high season and 28 RMB in the low season.

Temple of Heaven - Qiniannmen Plaque

Photo by Temple of Heaven Park - Capture the hexagonal skylight and the sky above it.

Temple of Heaven Park - Capture the hexagonal skylight and the sky above it.

Shooting from a low angle, the geometric lines and painted patterns at the top of the building form dense leading lines that radiate outward from the center of the frame, guiding the viewer’s eye through the image and enhancing the visual impact and sense of depth. Travel Tip: Visit during off-peak hours! Early morning (before 7:30 AM) or late afternoon (after 4:00 PM) are less crowded.

Temple of Heaven Park - Double Ring Wan Shou Pavilion Top Decoration

Use a centered composition with the tree trunk positioned in the middle of the frame, highlighting its rugged texture. The photographer should shoot from a level angle to enhance the height of the tree trunk. The model should stand in front of the tree, tilting their head slightly backward to touch the tree, creating a symmetrical interaction. A wide-angle lens is recommended to include the green leaves in the background while avoiding any distracting elements. Travel Tips: 1. Ticket Price: 15 RMB, half price for students; 2. Opening Hours: Peak Season (April 1 - October 31): 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Off-Season (November 1 - March 31): 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM.

Temple of Heaven Park - Take a photo with the thick tree trunks.

The model is positioned on the right side of the frame, framed by the red gate and its door frame, highlighting the integration of the subject with the ancient architecture. The photographer shoots at eye level to ensure the symmetrical structure of the gate is intact. The background includes the plaque and steps of the Echo Wall on the left, compressing the background to enhance the depth and layers between the subject and the environment.

Beijing Temple of Heaven Park - Take a photo with the Echo Wall plaque and the red gate.

Photo by Temple of Heaven - Take a photo with the railings and steps.

Temple of Heaven - Take a photo with the railings and steps.

The photographer stands inside the arch, using it to frame the shot, shooting head-on with the camera slightly low to create a sense of looking up. This framing with the arch emphasizes the golden ginkgo tree at the center of the image, adding depth. The foreground is the arched frame, the midground is the ginkgo tree, and the background features visitors, enriching the story of the scene. Travel Tips: - Admission: 15 RMB per person, combo ticket 28 RMB per person. - Opening Hours: Main gate open from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, last entry at 9:00 PM. Attractions open from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, last entry at 5:30 PM.

Temple of Heaven Park - Archways and Ginkgo Trees