The Forbidden City in Beijing - photographing the rooftops, eaves, and ridge creatures.

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No. 4, Jingshan Qianjie, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

Shooting from a low angle, the photographer stands below the building and looks up, using a centered composition to place the rooftop ornaments and decorations at the center of the frame. This highlights the intricate carvings and symmetry. The background should only include a clear blue sky, keeping the image clean and unobtrusive. A telephoto lens is recommended to capture the detailed patterns and the layers of tiles clearly. Additional tips: Avoid crowded times and visit during off-peak hours.

Walking Guide

Walk east to the Yangxingzhai (on the right side of the road) and then you will reach your destination.

Walk 13 meters west and then turn right.

Walk north for 74 meters and turn left.

Walk west along Donghua Gate Street to the Donghua Gate of the Palace Museum (on your left), then turn left.

Walk north to the Palace Museum - Qianqiu Pavilion (on your left) and then turn right.

Walk north to the Right Gate of the Palace Museum (on your right) and then continue straight.

Walk southwest along Wusi Avenue and turn left after passing the Yun Gong Xuan Traditional Costume Experience Hall (on your right).

Walk southwest along Donghua Gate Road, pass the ticket office of the Beijing Labor People's Cultural Palace on your left, and then turn right.

Walk west along Wusi Avenue and, after passing the Donghua Gate Street Environmental Protection Office on your left, turn slightly left and continue.

Walk 14 meters east and then turn left.

Walk north and pass Qiongyuan West Gate (on your left), then proceed diagonally to the left.

Walk north to the China Art Museum's Cultural and Creative Center (on your right) and then turn left.

Walk north for 26 meters and turn right.

Take the Subway Line 8 to the National Art Museum of China Station, and exit from Exit D2 (Southwest).

Walk straight north for 12 meters.

Walk 30 meters west, then proceed to the right.

Walk straight for 23 meters to the north.

Walk north to the Meridian Gate of the Palace Museum, then continue straight ahead.

Walk straight north for 22 meters.

Walk north for 64 meters straight.

Walk 73 meters northwest straight ahead.

Walk west along Donghua Gate Road for 79 meters, then turn right.

Walk north to the Palace Museum - Inner Golden Water Bridge (on the left side of the road), then continue straight.

Walk south along Beichi Street until you reach Beijing Daoxiangcun (on your left), then turn right.

Walk straight for 13 meters to the north.

Walk straight for 76 meters to the north.

Walk straight for 54 meters to the north.

Walk north for 24 meters and turn left.