A flat angle shot with the model standing in front of a red-walled, yellow-tiled building, positioned slightly below the center of the frame, arms crossed and standing naturally. The composition is symmetrical, utilizing the red pillars and brackets on either side of the building to enhance the sense of balance. The framing includes the building’s brackets, roof, and carved doors and windows, highlighting the intricate details of the ancient architecture and the harmonious integration with the person. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 60 CNY; 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 tiles architecture.

Using a frame-within-a-frame composition, the photographer places yellow ginkgo leaves in the foreground, naturally surrounding the corner tower from the sides and below, highlighting the details of the ancient architecture. The shot is taken from a low angle, with the main subject, the corner tower, centered in the frame, showcasing the upturned eaves of the roof. The composition includes the ginkgo branches in the foreground, the top of the corner tower, and sections of the red walls and gray bricks. Additional tips: The autumn leaves are currently at their peak yellow, and every snap is a masterpiece. Highly recommended for a must-visit spot.

The Palace Museum - Xihua Gate Corner Tower

Photo by The Forbidden City - Taking a photo with the Red Gate

The Forbidden City - Taking a photo with the Red Gate

The photographer stands opposite the main gate, maintaining a level shot to ensure the front of the building is fully presented without noticeable tilt or distortion. Using a centered composition, the main structure of the Forbidden City's front gate is placed in the center of the frame, highlighting the symmetry and grandeur of the building. 1. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: 60 RMB per person, free for minors, and half price for college students; ② Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, closed on Mondays. 2. Additional Tips: Advanced reservation is required.

The Palace Museum in Beijing - Main Gate Building of the Forbidden City

The model stands with her back to the camera in the center of the frame, using the symmetrical lines of the steps to create leading lines that guide the viewer's eye to the Wumen (Meridian Gate) in the background. The photographer shoots at eye level, capturing the full view of the Wumen, the snow-covered foreground, and the intermediate steps, enhancing the sense of depth and showcasing the grandeur of the architecture and the snowy atmosphere.

Beijing's Forbidden City - Take a photo with the Meridian Gate and the snow-covered square in front.

Photo by The Forbidden City - Red Walls and Glazed Tile Roofs

The Forbidden City - Red Walls and Glazed Tile Roofs

The photographer shoots from a bird’s-eye view, slightly downward from above the exhibit, fully capturing the spherical body of the globe and the intricate dragon-shaped stand. Using a centered composition, the golden globe is placed at the center of the frame, highlighting the exquisite pearl and dragon patterns on its surface. The shot includes the entire exhibit, the red pedestal, and part of the glass display case background, providing context without overpowering the main subject. Travel Tips: Admission is 60 RMB per person.

The Palace Museum - Golden Spherical Globe Exhibition

The photograph captures the grandeur and magnificence of the Temple of Heaven from a slightly elevated side angle. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 2 RMB, free for seniors with valid ID; ② Opening Hours: (1) Off-peak Season: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM; (2) Peak Season: 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM. ③ Best Time for Photography: Since the Temple of Heaven closes at 5:00 PM, the best time to capture photos is between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM, when the light is especially soft.

The Forbidden City - Side Shot of the Temple of Earth

Photo by The Forbidden City - Taking a photo with ancient architecture in the square.

The Forbidden City - Taking a photo with ancient architecture in the square.

The photographer is positioned in front of the wall, shooting at eye level. The rule of thirds is used for composition, with the tree occupying the right side of the frame and the wall and cat distributed in the remaining areas. A standard lens is used to realistically capture the proportions and spatial relationships of the tree, wall, and cat, providing a clear and detailed representation of the scene. 1. Travel Tips: ① Admission: Peak season adult ticket 60 RMB per person, off-peak season adult ticket 40 RMB per person; internal attractions: Treasure Gallery 10 RMB per person, Clock and Watch Gallery 10 RMB per person. ② Opening Hours: The Palace Museum is closed on Mondays throughout the year, except for legal holidays. 2. Dress Suggestions: It is recommended to wear simple and elegant clothing, such as plain dresses, newly styled Chinese tops paired with wide-legged pants, etc. Colors can be black, white, gray, navy blue, etc.

The Palace Museum - Ancient Walls, Trees, and Orange Cats