1. Shooting Angle: The photographer stands inside, near the door or window, shooting outward at eye level through the door or window. 2. Composition Technique: Use frame-within-a-frame composition, where the wooden structure and carvings of the doors and windows naturally frame the distant ancient buildings, guiding the viewer's focus to the main structure. 3. Lens Usage: Use a standard lens to accurately capture the spatial relationship and architectural details of the scene. Travel Tips: - Ticket Prices: Off-season 40 RMB, Peak season 60 RMB, Treasure Gallery 10 RMB, Clock and Watch Gallery 10 RMB. - Opening Hours: Off-season (Nov 1 - Mar 31), 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, last entry at 3:30 PM; Peak season (Apr 1 - Oct 31), 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, last entry at 4:00 PM.

The Forbidden City - Meridian Gate

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4 Jingshan Qianjie, Dongcheng District, Beijing, inside the Forbidden City Museum (South Side)

Photography Tips

1. Shooting Angle: The photographer stands inside, near the door or window, shooting outward at eye level through the door or window. 2. Composition Technique: Use frame-within-a-frame composition, where the wooden structure and carvings of the doors and windows naturally frame the distant ancient buildings, guiding the viewer's focus to the main structure. 3. Lens Usage: Use a standard lens to accurately capture the spatial relationship and architectural details of the scene. Travel Tips: - Ticket Prices: Off-season 40 RMB, Peak season 60 RMB, Treasure Gallery 10 RMB, Clock and Watch Gallery 10 RMB. - Opening Hours: Off-season (Nov 1 - Mar 31), 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, last entry at 3:30 PM; Peak season (Apr 1 - Oct 31), 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, last entry at 4:00 PM.

Walking Guide

Take Exit B at Tiananmen West Station on Line 1. Enter from the West Gate of Zhongshan Park and exit from the East Gate, which will lead you directly to the Meridian Gate. The entrance to the Meridian Gate is behind the city tower. Turn left and walk straight for 50 meters, and you'll see it.