The photographer stood at the wall and used the rule of thirds for composition, placing the building at the one-third mark of the frame. By utilizing the symmetry of the building, the image appears balanced and harmonious. The calm water in the foreground contrasts with the building in the background, reflecting it beautifully. Using a wide-angle lens and shooting from a high angle, the photographer captured autumn leaves, people, and the river surface.

Ticket Price: To enter the Forbidden City, the ticket costs 40 RMB per person (advance reservation required).
Opening Hours: The Forbidden City is open from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (closed on Mondays).

The Forbidden City - North-West Corner Tower - Corner Tower and Moat

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No. 4, Jingshan Front Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing, The Palace Museum (Northwest Corner)

Photography Tips

The photographer stood at the wall and used the rule of thirds for composition, placing the building at the one-third mark of the frame. By utilizing the symmetry of the building, the image appears balanced and harmonious. The calm water in the foreground contrasts with the building in the background, reflecting it beautifully. Using a wide-angle lens and shooting from a high angle, the photographer captured autumn leaves, people, and the river surface. Ticket Price: To enter the Forbidden City, the ticket costs 40 RMB per person (advance reservation required). Opening Hours: The Forbidden City is open from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (closed on Mondays).

Walking Guide

Walk straight for about 800 meters until you see the corner tower, then turn right at the entrance and head down to the railing. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk straight for about 800 meters until you see the corner tower, then turn right at the entrance and head down to the railing.

We have arrived at the boarding gate. — step-by-step photo guide

We have arrived at the boarding gate.

Take the No. 5 bus and get off at Beihai South Station. — step-by-step photo guide

Take the No. 5 bus and get off at Beihai South Station.

After seeing the white tower, continue straight ahead to the right. — step-by-step photo guide

After seeing the white tower, continue straight ahead to the right.

After getting out of the car, walk straight for about 900 meters. — step-by-step photo guide

After getting out of the car, walk straight for about 900 meters.