The photographer takes the shot from a closer position, using the roof and walls of ancient architecture as the background and the branches of flowers as the main foreground subject. A medium to long focal length lens is used to blur the background, highlighting the flowers. 1. Travel Tip: It's recommended to take photos when the sunlight is ample. 2. Outfit Suggestion: Wearing traditional-style clothing is suggested for better photo results.

The Palace Museum - Shoukang Palace, apricot blossoms, ancient architecture, and red walls in the same frame.

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

Photography Tips

The photographer takes the shot from a closer position, using the roof and walls of ancient architecture as the background and the branches of flowers as the main foreground subject. A medium to long focal length lens is used to blur the background, highlighting the flowers. 1. Travel Tip: It's recommended to take photos when the sunlight is ample. 2. Outfit Suggestion: Wearing traditional-style clothing is suggested for better photo results.

Walking Guide

After exiting from Exit C of Tiananmen East Station, walk straight ahead. Follow Chang'an Avenue, passing the east side of Tiananmen Square, and continue walking straight. Upon reaching Donghua Gate Street, turn left and walk along it. Continue on Donghua Gate Street until you reach the Donghua Gate of the Forbidden City. Enter the Forbidden City through Donghua Gate, turn right immediately after entering, and walk north along the eastern route of the Forbidden City. Pass by the Jingren Palace and Chengqian Palace, and continue walking north until you reach the Qianqing Gate Square. Go through Qianqing Gate Square and enter the Inner Court's western route. Walk in the direction of the Six Western Palaces. Pass by the Yongshou Palace and Yikun Palace, and you will arrive at the Shoukang Palace. The apricot blossoms at Shoukang Palace are near the side entrance, which is a great spot for photos.