The photographer stands slightly below and to the front-left of the crane-shaped bronze statue, using an upward angle. The statue is positioned on the left side of the frame, while the right side includes a stone pillar in the foreground to add depth. The composition captures the main statue, the roof of the palace in the background, and part of the sky, highlighting the atmosphere of the fusion of past and present while balancing the main subject and background details.

The Palace Museum - The Crane-shaped Bronze Statue at the Meridian Gate and the Palace Background

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

Photography Tips

The photographer stands slightly below and to the front-left of the crane-shaped bronze statue, using an upward angle. The statue is positioned on the left side of the frame, while the right side includes a stone pillar in the foreground to add depth. The composition captures the main statue, the roof of the palace in the background, and part of the sky, highlighting the atmosphere of the fusion of past and present while balancing the main subject and background details.

Walking Guide

Take the Subway Line 1 or Batong Line to Tiananmen West Station, and exit from the C Southwest exit. Walk 289 meters to reach your destination.