The photographer shoots at eye level with the model positioned slightly to the right of the center of the frame. In the foreground, include the stone railing, and in the background, capture ancient architecture, water, and willow trees to enhance the layered, traditional aesthetic. The model stands beside the stone railing near the water, with arms crossed and holding a fan, leaning against the railing in a natural pose. Outfit suggestion: It is recommended to wear traditional Hanfu for the shoot.

Take a photo with the lake, willow trees, and the Shenwu Gate architecture.

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No. 4 Jingshan Front Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing, The Palace Museum, Beijing

Photography Tips

The photographer shoots at eye level with the model positioned slightly to the right of the center of the frame. In the foreground, include the stone railing, and in the background, capture ancient architecture, water, and willow trees to enhance the layered, traditional aesthetic. The model stands beside the stone railing near the water, with arms crossed and holding a fan, leaning against the railing in a natural pose. Outfit suggestion: It is recommended to wear traditional Hanfu for the shoot.

Walking Guide

Take the No. 5 bus and get off at Xihua Gate. Walk southeast for 538 meters, turn left and walk east along Donghua Gate Road for 80 meters, turn left and walk north for 170 meters, continue north for 24 meters, turn left and walk west for 30 meters, then go northwest for 73 meters. Walk straight for 141 meters, turn left and walk west for 13 meters, turn right and walk north for 64 meters, continue straight for 278 meters, turn right and walk east for 14 meters, turn left and walk north for 268 meters, go northeast for 121 meters, and turn left and walk north for 49 meters. You will reach the Shenwu Gate of the Forbidden City, and the spot is right on the bridge behind it.