Using a frame-within-a-frame composition, the photographer places yellow ginkgo leaves in the foreground, naturally surrounding the corner tower from the sides and below, highlighting the details of the ancient architecture. The shot is taken from a low angle, with the main subject, the corner tower, centered in the frame, showcasing the upturned eaves of the roof. The composition includes the ginkgo branches in the foreground, the top of the corner tower, and sections of the red walls and gray bricks. Additional tips: The autumn leaves are currently at their peak yellow, and every snap is a masterpiece. Highly recommended for a must-visit spot.

The Palace Museum - Xihua Gate Corner Tower

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

Photography Tips

Using a frame-within-a-frame composition, the photographer places yellow ginkgo leaves in the foreground, naturally surrounding the corner tower from the sides and below, highlighting the details of the ancient architecture. The shot is taken from a low angle, with the main subject, the corner tower, centered in the frame, showcasing the upturned eaves of the roof. The composition includes the ginkgo branches in the foreground, the top of the corner tower, and sections of the red walls and gray bricks. Additional tips: The autumn leaves are currently at their peak yellow, and every snap is a masterpiece. Highly recommended for a must-visit spot.

Walking Guide

Navigate to the Palace Museum, exit at C of Jin Yu Hu Tong Station on Line 8, and walk to the Xihua Gate. The ticket booth is located at the Xihua Gate corner tower.