It is recommended to use a symmetrical composition technique, with the white archway symmetrically distributed on either side of the center of the frame to highlight the solemnity of the architecture. Stand directly in front of the archway to shoot at eye level, and include the foreground stone pillars, the red walls in the middle, and the distant trees and sky to enhance the depth of the image. It is suggested to use a standard lens to ensure clear architectural details and a balanced overall composition.

Equipment parameters: Sony a7m3, focal length 24-70mm.

Beijing's Temple of Heaven Park - White Enclosure Walls and Distant Urban Jungle

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No. 1A, Tiantan Dongli, Dongcheng District, Beijing.

Photography Tips

It is recommended to use a symmetrical composition technique, with the white archway symmetrically distributed on either side of the center of the frame to highlight the solemnity of the architecture. Stand directly in front of the archway to shoot at eye level, and include the foreground stone pillars, the red walls in the middle, and the distant trees and sky to enhance the depth of the image. It is suggested to use a standard lens to ensure clear architectural details and a balanced overall composition. Equipment parameters: Sony a7m3, focal length 24-70mm.

Walking Guide

Walk south to the Imperial Vault of Heaven in the Temple of Heaven Park (on your right) and then turn right.

Walk south through Tiananmen Park - Echo Wall (on your right) and then turn right.

Walk north to the Temple of Heaven (on your left) and then continue in a northeasterly direction.

Walk 25 meters west to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk 25 meters west to reach your destination.

Walk south to the Temple of Heaven Park - Circular Mound (on your right) and then turn right.

Take Line 5 of the subway to Tiantan East Gate Station and exit from the southwest exit (D).

Walk west and pass through Chengzhen Gate (on your left), then turn left.

Walk 303 meters west and turn left.

Walk 47 meters south, then proceed to the right.

Walk 10 meters along Tiantan Road and turn left.

Walk south for 440 meters and then turn right.