Photo by The Forbidden City in Beijing - Indoor furniture, tables, chairs, calligraphy, and paintings.

The Forbidden City in Beijing - Indoor furniture, tables, chairs, calligraphy, and paintings.

Photo by The Forbidden City - Take a photo with the red walls, yellow tiles, stone railings, and city towers.

The Forbidden City - Take a photo with the red walls, yellow tiles, stone railings, and city towers.

Photo by The Forbidden City - Snowy Square with the Forbidden City architectural complex and large jars

The Forbidden City - Snowy Square with the Forbidden City architectural complex and large jars

Photo by The Forbidden City - Taking a photo with trees and the Shenwu Gate of the Forbidden City

The Forbidden City - Taking a photo with trees and the Shenwu Gate of the Forbidden City

The photographer stands slightly to the left in front of the building, using a low-angle shot with a foreground composition. The branches and leaves on the left are included to add depth, while the main focus—the colorful eaves of the building—is positioned on the right side of the frame. The composition captures the eaves painting, the foreground leaves on the left, and the blue sky in the background, highlighting the color details.

Travel Tips: Open from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

The Palace Museum - capturing close-ups of eaves彩绘 and greenery on the architecture.

Photo by The Forbidden City - Take a photo with Donghua Gate.

The Forbidden City - Take a photo with Donghua Gate.

Photo by The Forbidden City - Take a photo with the dragon-carved stone pillars.

The Forbidden City - Take a photo with the dragon-carved stone pillars.

The model is positioned at the right one-third of the frame, with dense trees on the left to enhance balance. The shot highlights the details of the model's clothing and the layers of green plants in the background. The composition includes a stone railing in the foreground, the main subject, and background trees, retaining the atmosphere of the Forbidden City. The model stands sideways next to the railing, with one hand resting naturally on it, looking towards the camera with a side profile.

Travel Tips:
Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM), closed on Mondays.

The Forbidden City - Trees and Stone Balustrades

1. Shooting Angle: The photographer should position themselves close to the corner tower at a slightly lower angle, shooting upwards.
2. Frame Composition: Use the blurred silver杏 branches in the foreground to create a natural frame.
3. Lens Recommendation: A medium to long telephoto lens is suggested to compress the space, making the various parts of the eaves appear more compact and highlighting the architectural details.

The Southwest Corner Tower of the Forbidden City - Ginkgo Eaves

The photographer shoots from a lower position in front of the Hongyi Pavilion, using an upward angle to emphasize the grandeur and height of the architecture. The composition is symmetrical, with elements on both sides of the central axis of the Hongyi Pavilion, enhancing the stability and solemnity of the image. A wide-angle lens is used to capture the entire structure of the Hongyi Pavilion, including rich details. The upward angle and wide-angle lens together enhance the depth and majesty of the building.

Travel Tips:
① Entry Fee: 60 RMB;
② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.

The plaque of Hongyi Pavilion in the Forbidden City amid snow.