Using the door frame as a compositional element, place the palace slightly to the right of the center of the doorway. This creates a natural frame around the subject, emphasizing the architectural beauty. Shoot from a low angle to enhance the grandeur of the building, while maintaining a balanced and symmetrical frame to add stability and visual appeal to the image. 1. Travel Tips: Peak season is from 4:30 PM to 5:00 PM, and off-season is from 4:00 PM to 4:30 PM. 2. Additional Tips: ① It's recommended to shoot during the autumn and winter months, as the sunset is earlier, allowing you to capture the twilight before the park closes. The effect is best around the winter solstice. ② The central axis of the Forbidden City is currently under renovation, so some of the main halls may not be fully visible.

The Forbidden City - Capturing the palaces through the gate holes.

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No. 4, Jingshan Qianjie, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

Using the door frame as a compositional element, place the palace slightly to the right of the center of the doorway. This creates a natural frame around the subject, emphasizing the architectural beauty. Shoot from a low angle to enhance the grandeur of the building, while maintaining a balanced and symmetrical frame to add stability and visual appeal to the image. 1. Travel Tips: Peak season is from 4:30 PM to 5:00 PM, and off-season is from 4:00 PM to 4:30 PM. 2. Additional Tips: ① It's recommended to shoot during the autumn and winter months, as the sunset is earlier, allowing you to capture the twilight before the park closes. The effect is best around the winter solstice. ② The central axis of the Forbidden City is currently under renovation, so some of the main halls may not be fully visible.

Walking Guide

Take the bus No. 60 to Nanheyuan Station. After getting off, walk straight for 720 meters along Nanheyuan Street, passing the pedestrian crossing. Continue walking for another 260 meters along Nanheyuan Street, then turn left at the pedestrian crossing and walk along Donghuamen Street for 310 meters. Walk 10 more meters along Donghuamen Street after the pedestrian crossing, and you will reach the Forbidden City.