The photographer stands in front of the throne and uses a level angle to ensure that the plaque "Taihe is Full" is on the same vertical line as the throne. The composition is symmetrical, with the plaque centered at the top, the couplets symmetrically placed on both sides, and the throne centered below, highlighting solemnity. The frame includes the plaque, couplets, blue-paneled screen, and throne, while retaining the wooden structures and partial windows on both sides. A wide-angle lens is recommended to fully capture the internal layout. Ticket prices: Peak season (April 1 - October 31): 60 RMB per person, Off-season (November 1 - March 31): 40 RMB per person, free for minors, and 10 RMB each for the Treasure Gallery and Clocks and Watches Gallery (can be purchased upon entry). Opening hours are 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM (last entry at 3:40 PM), and the museum is closed on Mondays (except for statutory holidays).

The Palace Museum - The Hall of Supreme Harmony is filled with plaques and intricate furnishings.

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No. 4 Jingshan Front Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing, The Palace Museum, Ning Shou Palace

Photography Tips

The photographer stands in front of the throne and uses a level angle to ensure that the plaque "Taihe is Full" is on the same vertical line as the throne. The composition is symmetrical, with the plaque centered at the top, the couplets symmetrically placed on both sides, and the throne centered below, highlighting solemnity. The frame includes the plaque, couplets, blue-paneled screen, and throne, while retaining the wooden structures and partial windows on both sides. A wide-angle lens is recommended to fully capture the internal layout. Ticket prices: Peak season (April 1 - October 31): 60 RMB per person, Off-season (November 1 - March 31): 40 RMB per person, free for minors, and 10 RMB each for the Treasure Gallery and Clocks and Watches Gallery (can be purchased upon entry). Opening hours are 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM (last entry at 3:40 PM), and the museum is closed on Mondays (except for statutory holidays).

Walking Guide

Walk north to the Inner Golden Water Bridge (on your left) and then turn right.

Walk west along Wusi Avenue and, after passing the Donghua Gate Street Environment Protection Office on your left, turn left ahead.

Walk east to the Gate of Harmony (on your right) and then continue straight.

Walk 79 meters west along Donghua Gate Road and then turn right.

Walk southwest along Donghua Men Road and turn right after passing the ticket office of the Beijing Labor People's Cultural Palace on your left.

Walk southwest along Wusi Avenue and turn left after passing the Yun Gong轩 Ancient Costume Experience Hall on your right.

Walk north to the Palace Museum - Yangxing Gate (on the left) to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk north to the Palace Museum - Yangxing Gate (on the left) to reach your destination.

Walk 20 meters north and then turn right.

Walk 12 meters northeast and turn left.

Walk north to the China Art Museum Cultural and Creative Center (on your right) and then turn left.

Walk 27 meters east, then turn left.

Walk north to the Gugong Medical Station (on the right side of the road), then turn right.

Walk 26 meters east, then turn left.

Walk 10 meters east and continue straight.

Walk 86 meters east.

Take the subway Line 8 to the National Art Museum of China Station, and exit from the D2 southwest exit.

Walk west along Donghua Gate Street to the Donghua Gate of the Palace Museum (on your left) and then turn left.

Walk north for 75 meters and then turn right.

Walk south along Beichi Zi Street until you reach Beijing Daoxiangcun (on your left), then turn right.

Walk northeast to the Palace Museum - Ning Shou Gate (on your left) and then turn right.

Walk east to the Treasure Gallery 1 (on the left) and then turn left.