The photographer stands outside the moat near the northwest corner tower of the Forbidden City, avoiding the restrictions on shooting inside. This position allows for the inclusion of the tower and its surroundings in the frame. Using a low angle shot, the tower becomes the focal point with a clean background free of distracting elements, drawing attention to the architectural details of the tower itself.

The Forbidden City - Corner Towers in Beijing

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

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The photographer stands outside the moat near the northwest corner tower of the Forbidden City, avoiding the restrictions on shooting inside. This position allows for the inclusion of the tower and its surroundings in the frame. Using a low angle shot, the tower becomes the focal point with a clean background free of distracting elements, drawing attention to the architectural details of the tower itself.

Walking Guide

Take Line 1 to Tiananmen East, then walk 1.1 kilometers to the Palace Museum.