The photographer stands by the moat and uses an upward angle to place the corner tower at the center of the frame, with the moat’s reflective surface incorporating a mirror image below. The composition includes the full view of the corner tower, the red palace walls, and part of the stone wall, while the background retains the blue sky to highlight the architectural layers. It is recommended to use a standard focal length to ensure the main subject is clear and the surroundings are fully captured. Travel Tip: The entrance fee is 60 RMB per person.

The Forbidden City - The Corner Towers and the Moat

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No. 4, Jingshan Front Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

The photographer stands by the moat and uses an upward angle to place the corner tower at the center of the frame, with the moat’s reflective surface incorporating a mirror image below. The composition includes the full view of the corner tower, the red palace walls, and part of the stone wall, while the background retains the blue sky to highlight the architectural layers. It is recommended to use a standard focal length to ensure the main subject is clear and the surroundings are fully captured. Travel Tip: The entrance fee is 60 RMB per person.

Walking Guide

Walk 40 meters east to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk 40 meters east to reach your destination.

Walk south along Bei Chang Street for 45 meters, then turn left.

Walk south along Gongjian Hutong, pass the public phone (on your right), and then turn left ahead.

Walk south along Gongjian Hutong for 55 meters, then proceed to the right.

Walk south along Gongjian Alley, and after passing the San Guan Temple on your right, turn left.

Walk south along Jingxi Street, pass the Changqiao Police Station on your right, then turn right.

Walk east along Dianmen West Street to Pumen Tea House (on your right) and then turn right.

Walk west along Jing Shan Qian Street, and after passing the Fuyou Street Police Station Patrol Post (on your left), turn left.

Walk north for 12 meters and turn right.

Take the Metro Line 6 to Beihai North Station and exit from the D (Southwest) exit.