Place the sign of "Donghua Gate" in the center of the frame to highlight the main subject. The photographer should stand below the building and shoot upward to showcase the roof, brackets, and carved decorations. Include green leaves from the left side in the foreground to add depth, and capture the roof and part of the sky in the background. Travel Guide: ① Ticket Prices: Ticket prices vary between the off-season and peak season. From April 1 to October 31, the peak season ticket price is 60 RMB. From November 1 to March 31 of the following year, the off-season ticket price is 40 RMB. Tickets for the Treasures Gallery and the Clocks and Watches Gallery must be purchased separately, each at 10 RMB. ② Opening Hours: From April 1 to October 31, the opening hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:10 PM). From November 1 to March 31 of the following year, the opening hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM).

The Forbidden City - Upward Shot of the Donghua Gate Placard

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

Photography Tips

Place the sign of "Donghua Gate" in the center of the frame to highlight the main subject. The photographer should stand below the building and shoot upward to showcase the roof, brackets, and carved decorations. Include green leaves from the left side in the foreground to add depth, and capture the roof and part of the sky in the background. Travel Guide: ① Ticket Prices: Ticket prices vary between the off-season and peak season. From April 1 to October 31, the peak season ticket price is 60 RMB. From November 1 to March 31 of the following year, the off-season ticket price is 40 RMB. Tickets for the Treasures Gallery and the Clocks and Watches Gallery must be purchased separately, each at 10 RMB. ② Opening Hours: From April 1 to October 31, the opening hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:10 PM). From November 1 to March 31 of the following year, the opening hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM).

Walking Guide

Walk west along Donghua Street, pass the Palace Museum Store on your right, and you will reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk west along Donghua Street, pass the Palace Museum Store on your right, and you will reach your destination.

Take the subway Line 8 to JinYu Hu Tong Station and exit from the station.

Head south along Wangfujing Street and turn right after you pass Swatch (on your right).

Walk 29 meters west and then turn left.