Using a frame-within-a-frame composition, the photographer can use the overlapping branches at the top as a natural foreground frame to highlight the corner tower and moat in the middle. Combining this with a reflection composition, capturing the clear reflection of the tower on the water surface can enhance the sense of balance. The photographer should stand by the river, facing the tower, and use a level shooting angle to include the foreground branches, the middle water and stone railing, and the background tower. A wide-angle lens is recommended to ensure all elements are included and to create a strong sense of depth. Travel Tips: - Admission: 60 RMB (peak season), 40 RMB (off-season) - Opening Hours: Peak season (April 1 to October 31): 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM); Off-season (November 1 to March 31): 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (last entry at 3:30 PM)

The Forbidden City - Stone Railing, Willow Trees, and the Corner Tower Reflected on the Lake Surface

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No. 4 Jingshan Qianjie, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

Using a frame-within-a-frame composition, the photographer can use the overlapping branches at the top as a natural foreground frame to highlight the corner tower and moat in the middle. Combining this with a reflection composition, capturing the clear reflection of the tower on the water surface can enhance the sense of balance. The photographer should stand by the river, facing the tower, and use a level shooting angle to include the foreground branches, the middle water and stone railing, and the background tower. A wide-angle lens is recommended to ensure all elements are included and to create a strong sense of depth. Travel Tips: - Admission: 60 RMB (peak season), 40 RMB (off-season) - Opening Hours: Peak season (April 1 to October 31): 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM); Off-season (November 1 to March 31): 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (last entry at 3:30 PM)

Walking Guide

Walk southwest along Donghua Gate Road for 258 meters to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk southwest along Donghua Gate Road for 258 meters to reach your destination.

Walk east along East Chang'an Avenue for 73 meters, then turn left.

Walk 25 meters north and turn left.

Take the Subway Line 1 or Batong Line to Tiananmen East Station, and exit from the D (southwest) exit.

Walk 281 meters northeast and then turn left.

Walk west to the public restroom (on your left) and then turn right.

Walk north along Nanchizi Avenue, pass Beijing Daoxiangcun on your right, then turn left.

Walk 86 meters east and turn left.

Walk west along Donghuamen Street to the Donghuamen Gate Tower of the Palace Museum (on your left), then turn left.