Use a frame composition technique, and in backlit environments, try to highlight the subject’s curves with a full-body shot using a 1x wide-angle lens.  
Equipment settings: Fuji XT30II with 18-55mm lens.  
Travel tips:  
1. The off-season combo ticket costs 28 RMB. It’s recommended to buy the combo ticket to visit more attractions;  
2. The park opens at 8:00 AM in winter. It’s suggested to rush to the Qianmen Archway location for shooting as soon as you enter. The light is soft around 3:00 PM, which is ideal for shooting.  
Dressing tips: Wear form-fitting clothes to create a silhouette in backlit conditions.

Temple of Heaven - South Archway of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests

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Qiniandian, Tiantan Park, No. 1A Tiantan East Road, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

Use a frame composition technique, and in backlit environments, try to highlight the subject’s curves with a full-body shot using a 1x wide-angle lens. Equipment settings: Fuji XT30II with 18-55mm lens. Travel tips: 1. The off-season combo ticket costs 28 RMB. It’s recommended to buy the combo ticket to visit more attractions; 2. The park opens at 8:00 AM in winter. It’s suggested to rush to the Qianmen Archway location for shooting as soon as you enter. The light is soft around 3:00 PM, which is ideal for shooting. Dressing tips: Wear form-fitting clothes to create a silhouette in backlit conditions.

Walking Guide

Take the Subway Line 8 to Tianqiao Station, exit at C, and walk 100 meters to reach the West Gate of the Temple of Heaven. From there, walk to the south gate of the Circular Mound Altar. — step-by-step photo guide

Take the Subway Line 8 to Tianqiao Station, exit at C, and walk 100 meters to reach the West Gate of the Temple of Heaven. From there, walk to the south gate of the Circular Mound Altar.