The photographer stands at a lower position on the front steps of the Taihe Palace, shooting the model from an eye-level angle. Using a contrast composition, the model’s black clothing contrasts with the yellow roof and grayish-white steps of the Taihe Palace, highlighting the subject. A medium to telephoto lens is used to compress the space, making the model, steps, and palace appear closely together, while also blurring parts of the background. Travel Tips: ① Opening Hours: Closes at 4:30 PM during the off-season. ② Entry Time: Buying a ticket for the morning allows you to arrive around 10 AM.

The Front Steps of the Hall of Supreme Harmony in the Forbidden City

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

Photography Tips

The photographer stands at a lower position on the front steps of the Taihe Palace, shooting the model from an eye-level angle. Using a contrast composition, the model’s black clothing contrasts with the yellow roof and grayish-white steps of the Taihe Palace, highlighting the subject. A medium to telephoto lens is used to compress the space, making the model, steps, and palace appear closely together, while also blurring parts of the background. Travel Tips: ① Opening Hours: Closes at 4:30 PM during the off-season. ② Entry Time: Buying a ticket for the morning allows you to arrive around 10 AM.

Walking Guide

You can take Line 1 of the subway and get off at Tiananmen East Station or Tiananmen West Station, then take bus routes 1, 2, or 52 and get off at Tiananmen East Station to reach your destination. Enter the Forbidden City through the Wu Gate, cross the Inner Golden Water Bridge, proceed to the Gate of Supreme Harmony, and pass through it to arrive at the Hall of Supreme Harmony.