Temple of Heaven - Blue-toned Night View of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests at the East Gate
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No. 1A, Tiantan East Road, Dongcheng District, Beijing
Photography Tips
Shooting Tips: ① The entrance fee for the Temple of Heaven Park is 15 RMB per person, and you don't need to buy a combined ticket to shoot this spot. ② The lighting for the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest is on every Friday and Saturday, as well as on important holidays. Make sure to check the dates before you go. ③ The lighting starts around 19:50, so you can arrive early to queue up for the best shots. Shooting Techniques: Stand behind the barrier and use a 2x or telephoto lens. You can use a semi-circular composition, with the surrounding buildings forming a semi-circle around the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest, placing it in the center to highlight the main subject. Shooting Time: Around 20:00 in the evening. Shooting Equipment: For DSLR or mirrorless cameras, bring a telephoto lens of 70mm or longer; for smartphones, use a 2x or higher lens.
Walking Guide
Go straight all the way.
Exit from Gate A2 of the East entrance of the Temple of Heaven, then circle around to the subway station.
Enter from the East Gate of the Temple of Heaven.
Turn right at the end of the road.
Follow the path straight ahead.
Turn left at this barrier.
