Use a foreground composition with pink blossoms and green leaves to enhance the depth of the image. Place the model in the center of the frame as the midground, with the background featuring red walls, ancient rooftops, and a blue sky to highlight the characteristics of the Forbidden City. The photographer should use an eye-level angle and recommend a medium-telephoto or 3x zoom lens on a smartphone to emphasize the integration of the subject and the environment. Travel Tips: Admission is 40 RMB per person, and it's recommended to book tickets one week in advance.

The Palace Museum - Taking a photo with the red-walled architecture and blossoming branches.

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No. 4, Jingshan Qianjie, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

Use a foreground composition with pink blossoms and green leaves to enhance the depth of the image. Place the model in the center of the frame as the midground, with the background featuring red walls, ancient rooftops, and a blue sky to highlight the characteristics of the Forbidden City. The photographer should use an eye-level angle and recommend a medium-telephoto or 3x zoom lens on a smartphone to emphasize the integration of the subject and the environment. Travel Tips: Admission is 40 RMB per person, and it's recommended to book tickets one week in advance.

Walking Guide

Walk west along Donghua Gate Street, turn right after passing the Palace Museum Store to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk west along Donghua Gate Street, turn right after passing the Palace Museum Store to reach your destination.

Take the Metro Line 8 to Jin Yu Hu Tong Station and exit from the station.

Walk 29 meters west and then turn left.

Walk south along Wangfujing Street and turn right onto Swatch Road.