The Forbidden City – Imperial Garden Bronze Qilin and Main Gate

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No. 4 Jingshan Front Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing, The Forbidden City

Photography Tips

The photographer is positioned at eye level with the bronze qilin, capturing it up close. A central composition is used, placing the bronze qilin at the center of the frame to highlight the subject. A medium telephoto lens, capable of showing fine details, is employed to clearly display the texture, shape of the qilin, and the architectural elements in the background. Travel tips: The entrance fee is 60 yuan per person.

Walking Guide

Take the No. 60 bus and get off at the North Beach Intersection stop. Walk 100 meters along Beiheyan Street, cross the pedestrian crossing to the diagonally opposite intersection, and turn right onto Wusi Street. Walk 350 meters along Wusi Street, then turn left into Beichizi Street. Walk 910 meters along Beichizi Street, cross the pedestrian crossing to the diagonally opposite intersection, and turn right onto Donghuamen Street. Walk 180 meters along Donghuamen Street, go straight up the bridge for 40 meters, turn left ahead for 60 meters, turn left across the street and walk 10 meters, turn right ahead and walk 100 meters, turn right and walk 40 meters, turn right ahead and walk 220 meters, turn left ahead and walk 110 meters, turn left ahead and walk 100 meters, turn right across the street and walk 50 meters, turn left and walk 70 meters, turn right and walk 260 meters, turn left and walk 70 meters, turn right and walk 30 meters to the entrance of the Imperial Garden where you will see the bronze Qilin.