Shooting Tips: Have the model stand next to the eternal flame facing the camera, with the photographer positioned 1 meter directly in front of the model. Use the rule of thirds to place the model on the right side of the frame.

Ticket Reservation: Free advance reservation through the National Museum’s mini program.

Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00-17:00.

Outfit Suggestions: Minimalist and artistic / Neo-Chinese style.

Shooting Time: Around 12:00 PM.

Shooting Equipment: Fuji XT30II + 18-55mm lens.

National Museum of China - Eternal

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No. 16 East Chang'an, Dongcheng District, Beijing, East side of Tiananmen Square

Photography Tips

Shooting Tips: Have the model stand next to the eternal flame facing the camera, with the photographer positioned 1 meter directly in front of the model. Use the rule of thirds to place the model on the right side of the frame. Ticket Reservation: Free advance reservation through the National Museum’s mini program. Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00-17:00. Outfit Suggestions: Minimalist and artistic / Neo-Chinese style. Shooting Time: Around 12:00 PM. Shooting Equipment: Fuji XT30II + 18-55mm lens.

Walking Guide

Security check to enter the National Museum of China. — step-by-step photo guide

Security check to enter the National Museum of China.

Stand to the right in the east and proceed straight. — step-by-step photo guide

Stand to the right in the east and proceed straight.

Walk straight for 80 meters on your left. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk straight for 80 meters on your left.

Turn left into the exhibition hall. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn left into the exhibition hall.

Head to Gallery S8. — step-by-step photo guide

Head to Gallery S8.

Enter Gallery 8, walk straight for about 100 meters, and reach the shooting spot in front of the eternal memorial. — step-by-step photo guide

Enter Gallery 8, walk straight for about 100 meters, and reach the shooting spot in front of the eternal memorial.

Go up the stairs straight ahead. — step-by-step photo guide

Go up the stairs straight ahead.

Take the escalator to the 4th floor. — step-by-step photo guide

Take the escalator to the 4th floor.