The photographer stands in front of the model and shoots at eye level, placing the model on the left one-third line using the rule of thirds. Travel Tip: Visit the Forbidden City during a snowfall. The red walls against the white snow create stunning photo opportunities.

The Forbidden City - Taking a photo with the Yu Cui Pavilion

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No. 4 Jingshan Qianjie, outside the East Gate of the Forbidden City, Dongcheng District, Beijing, within the Forbidden City Museum

Photography Tips

The photographer stands in front of the model and shoots at eye level, placing the model on the left one-third line using the rule of thirds. Travel Tip: Visit the Forbidden City during a snowfall. The red walls against the white snow create stunning photo opportunities.

Walking Guide

Take bus 103 to Shenwu Gate Station. After getting off, walk about one kilometer, then turn left onto Xihua Gate Street. Enter the Forbidden City through Xihua Gate, walk 250 meters, then turn left and walk 100 meters. Turn left again and walk 70 meters, then continue straight to Duanlang Bridge and walk 110 meters. Turn right and walk 70 meters, then turn left and walk 240 meters. Turn right again and walk 70 meters, then turn left and walk 290 meters. Cross the street and continue walking 70 meters to reach Yucuiting. The photo spot is here.