The photographer assumes a low position, with the camera slightly below the height of the flowers. Using the rule of thirds, the flowers are placed in the right third of the frame, while the building is positioned on the left, balancing the composition and highlighting the main subject. Travel Tips: The ticket price is 60 yuan per person during the peak season and 40 yuan per person during the off-season. An additional ticket is required for the Treasure House or Clock Museum, both costing 10 yuan each. Advanced reservation is recommended.

The Forbidden City - Xihe Gate, Elm Leaf Flowering Plum

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

Photography Tips

The photographer assumes a low position, with the camera slightly below the height of the flowers. Using the rule of thirds, the flowers are placed in the right third of the frame, while the building is positioned on the left, balancing the composition and highlighting the main subject. Travel Tips: The ticket price is 60 yuan per person during the peak season and 40 yuan per person during the off-season. An additional ticket is required for the Treasure House or Clock Museum, both costing 10 yuan each. Advanced reservation is recommended.

Walking Guide

Take the subway to Line 8, exit at Jinyu Hutong Station (Exit C), and walk approximately 900 meters to Donghua Gate. From there, enter the Forbidden City through the Meridian Gate. After entering through the Meridian Gate, walk over the Inner Golden Water Bridge, pass through the Gate of Supreme Harmony, and you will reach the Square of the Gate of Supreme Harmony. Xihe Gate is located directly in the western center of the Square of the Gate of Supreme Harmony. If you come from the direction of the Hall of Literary Glory, after visiting the Hall of Literary Glory, follow the path eastward, and you will also reach Xihe Gate.