The photographer should crouch down to shoot the front of the clock head-on, ensuring the clock face is centered in the frame to avoid any tilt. Use a centered composition to make the clock the absolute focal point, highlighting its symmetrical beauty. It is recommended to use a 50mm focal length (2x on a phone) to keep the background clear and free from noticeable distortion.

The Palace Museum Clock Exhibition Hall - In front of the ancient clocks and watches display

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

Photography Tips

The photographer should crouch down to shoot the front of the clock head-on, ensuring the clock face is centered in the frame to avoid any tilt. Use a centered composition to make the clock the absolute focal point, highlighting its symmetrical beauty. It is recommended to use a 50mm focal length (2x on a phone) to keep the background clear and free from noticeable distortion.

Walking Guide

Take the Metro Line 1 and get off at "Tiananmen East Station," exiting from the northwest exit. After exiting, walk north along Nanchizi Street, pass Donghuamen Street, and continue walking to reach the Wumen (Meridian Gate) entrance of the Forbidden City. After entering through Wumen, follow the central axis of the Forbidden City to the north, passing through Taihemen, Taihedian, Zhonghedian, and Baoheyuan. After Baoheyuan, continue walking north and you will see Qianqingmen. Pass through Qianqingmen and turn left, following the wall of the Six Eastern Palaces. Walk for a while, and you will see the Fengan Hall, which is the location of the Forbidden City Clock Museum.