Photo by The Forbidden City - Taking a photo with stone railing steps and ancient architecture.

The Forbidden City - Taking a photo with stone railing steps and ancient architecture.

The photographer is positioned to the side front of the Hall of Supreme Harmony, using the corridor formed by the red walls and pillars to frame the scene. The shot is taken from an eye-level perspective, incorporating the Hall of Supreme Harmony into the frame. The composition employs a frame-within-a-frame technique, using the red walls, pillars, and eaves to create a foreground frame that guides the viewer's gaze to the main subject, the Hall of Supreme Harmony. This technique also uses the size and color contrast between the foreground and the hall to emphasize the main subject. Additionally, symmetrical composition is used to highlight the inherent symmetry of the Hall of Supreme Harmony. A medium-telephoto lens is used to compress the space, clearly capturing the architectural details of the Hall of Supreme Harmony, the texture of the glazed tiles, and the patterns of the red walls and pillars, creating a richly layered and focused image. 1. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: Free. ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. 2. Additional Tips: - Book your visit on the Palace Museum’s official mini-program up to 7 days in advance. Reservations are divided into morning and afternoon sessions, with morning sessions requiring check-in by 12:00 PM and afternoon sessions allowing check-in from 11:00 AM.

The Forbidden City - photographing the Hall of Supreme Harmony under the eaves

Using the rule of thirds, the person is positioned at the right one-third of the frame, with the crane sculpture placed at the left one-third, creating a balanced composition that highlights the interaction between the subjects. The model stands to the right of the sculpture, leaning naturally against the railing, holding an object and turning slightly towards the camera with a relaxed posture. The shot is taken at eye level, including the foreground railing, the mid-ground figures and sculpture, and the background featuring the palace rooftops and a clear blue sky to enhance depth. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 60 RMB; ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM).

The Palace Museum - Take a photo with the crane-shaped sculpture and the palace.

Use a frame-within-a-frame composition, utilizing the door frame and the eaves above to naturally frame the subject. The model stands in front of the railing, holding a round fan and standing sideways, with a gaze turned to the side, exuding elegance. The photographer shoots from a low angle, slightly looking up, with the railing and door frame in the foreground, and the red wall, eaves, and blooming tree branches in the background, enhancing the depth of the scene. Additional tip: Shooting on a clear day will yield better results.

The Forbidden City - Taking a photo with the red walls and corridor railings.

Photo by The Forbidden City - Take a photo with ginkgo trees and stone walls.

The Forbidden City - Take a photo with ginkgo trees and stone walls.

Photo by The Forbidden City - Take a photo with the red gates and architecture.

The Forbidden City - Take a photo with the red gates and architecture.

Photo by The Forbidden City - Take a photo with the red walls and green leaves.

The Forbidden City - Take a photo with the red walls and green leaves.

Photo by The Forbidden City - Take a photo with green plants framed by a hexagonal window.

The Forbidden City - Take a photo with green plants framed by a hexagonal window.

The model stands in front of the red walls of the Forbidden City, with the photographer taking the shot from a low angle. The subject is positioned in the center of the frame, emphasizing the integration of the person with the architecture. The shot captures the yellow-glazed roof tiles and red pillars, showcasing the details of the ancient building. The model stands sideways with her long hair naturally falling, exuding a natural pose. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: 60 RMB, free for minors (pre-booking required); ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM).

The Palace Museum - Take a photo with the red walls and yellow glazed tile roofs.

Using the rule of thirds, place the subject at the right one-third of the frame, with the corner tower in the left background for balance. The photographer should use a low angle to shoot upwards, incorporating the red walls and pillars in the foreground to add depth, and capturing the red walls and corner tower in the background. The model should hold a skewer of candy haws, with her fingers gently touching her cheek and a natural smile on her face. It’s recommended to use a medium to long focal length lens for this shot. Travel Tips: - Ticket price: 60 RMB; - Opening hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.

The Forbidden City - Taking a photo with the pillars and red corner towers.