The photographer should shoot from the front, holding the camera over the head to avoid crowds while zooming in to about twice the size. Adjust the exposure to capture the overall effect created by light and smoke. Shooting time: There is a large flow of people on weekends, and it takes a lot of time to queue for ticket inspection. It is recommended to go on weekdays. Other experience: When the sunlight is strong, you can appropriately reduce the exposure to avoid reflections caused by direct light and present a soft picture effect, highlighting the cultural connotation of the building.

Under the plaque at Yonghegong

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Lama Temple, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

The photographer should shoot from the front, holding the camera over the head to avoid crowds while zooming in to about twice the size. Adjust the exposure to capture the overall effect created by light and smoke. Shooting time: There is a large flow of people on weekends, and it takes a lot of time to queue for ticket inspection. It is recommended to go on weekdays. Other experience: When the sunlight is strong, you can appropriately reduce the exposure to avoid reflections caused by direct light and present a soft picture effect, highlighting the cultural connotation of the building.

Walking Guide

Follow the crowd. — step-by-step photo guide

Follow the crowd.

Walk straight into Yonghe Palace to reach the main hall. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk straight into Yonghe Palace to reach the main hall.

Follow the signs for a 5-minute walk to reach the main entrance of the Yonghe Temple. — step-by-step photo guide

Follow the signs for a 5-minute walk to reach the main entrance of the Yonghe Temple.

Take the Subway Line 2 or Line 5 and get off at Yonghegong Station, then exit from Exit F. Alternatively, you can take bus routes 13, 84, 116, 117, or Night 6 to Yonghegong Station. — step-by-step photo guide

Take the Subway Line 2 or Line 5 and get off at Yonghegong Station, then exit from Exit F. Alternatively, you can take bus routes 13, 84, 116, 117, or Night 6 to Yonghegong Station.