When composing the shot, use the stone railings as leading lines to capture the full view of the Huangqian Hall, leaving some space in the sky for negative space. Place the model on the right third line, and have the photographer shoot from a level angle on the west side of the model.

Equipment Settings: Fuji XH2S, lens 18-55mm.
Posing Suggestions: 
1. Lean back against the railing, looking forward with hands resting on the railing.
2. Rest hands on the railing and look forward.
3. Walk towards the photographer with long strides while standing beside the railing.

Admission Prices: Main Gate / $1.50, Qiniandian / $3.00, Combined Ticket / $4.20.
Dress Code: It is recommended to wear black, white, or red clothes, and accessorize with a scarf and gloves.

The Temple of Heaven - Qian Nian Hall Stone Railing, photographing the Huangqian Hall.

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No. 1A, Tiantan East Road, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

When composing the shot, use the stone railings as leading lines to capture the full view of the Huangqian Hall, leaving some space in the sky for negative space. Place the model on the right third line, and have the photographer shoot from a level angle on the west side of the model. Equipment Settings: Fuji XH2S, lens 18-55mm. Posing Suggestions: 1. Lean back against the railing, looking forward with hands resting on the railing. 2. Rest hands on the railing and look forward. 3. Walk towards the photographer with long strides while standing beside the railing. Admission Prices: Main Gate / $1.50, Qiniandian / $3.00, Combined Ticket / $4.20. Dress Code: It is recommended to wear black, white, or red clothes, and accessorize with a scarf and gloves.

Walking Guide

Take the Subway Line 5 to Tiantan East Gate Station, and exit at A2. After exiting, turn right and walk 90 meters to reach the East Gate of Tiantan Park. — step-by-step photo guide

Take the Subway Line 5 to Tiantan East Gate Station, and exit at A2. After exiting, turn right and walk 90 meters to reach the East Gate of Tiantan Park.

After getting your ticket, head to the left front and ascend to the top of the Qiniandian Hall. — step-by-step photo guide

After getting your ticket, head to the left front and ascend to the top of the Qiniandian Hall.

After passing through the East Gate checkpoint, walk straight for 700 meters, and the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests will be on your left. — step-by-step photo guide

After passing through the East Gate checkpoint, walk straight for 700 meters, and the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests will be on your left.

Turn left and walk 10 meters to reach the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn left and walk 10 meters to reach the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests.

Arrive at the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests ticket checkpoint. — step-by-step photo guide

Arrive at the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests ticket checkpoint.

After going up the steps, you will reach the western side of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest. — step-by-step photo guide

After going up the steps, you will reach the western side of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest.