The photographer stands in front of the Zhongcui Gate, using an upward shooting angle. The composition is centered, with the "Zhongcui Gate" plaque placed in the middle of the frame. The green carvings and yellow borders on the door lintels are symmetrically distributed, enhancing the sense of balance. The shooting range should include the plaque, the roof tiles above, the decorative bands on the door lintels, and the red part of the door frame below, while retaining the details of the reflection inside the gate. A wide-angle lens is recommended to capture the architectural details and depth. Ticket prices: Peak season 60 RMB / Off-season 40 RMB (online booking required 1-7 days in advance, closed on Mondays). Opening hours: Morning session (8:30 - 12:00 entry); Afternoon session (entry from 11:00, last entry at 15:30).

The Palace Museum - Zhongcui Gate Plaque and Door Lintel

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No. 4, Jingshan Front Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing, within the Forbidden City

Photography Tips

The photographer stands in front of the Zhongcui Gate, using an upward shooting angle. The composition is centered, with the "Zhongcui Gate" plaque placed in the middle of the frame. The green carvings and yellow borders on the door lintels are symmetrically distributed, enhancing the sense of balance. The shooting range should include the plaque, the roof tiles above, the decorative bands on the door lintels, and the red part of the door frame below, while retaining the details of the reflection inside the gate. A wide-angle lens is recommended to capture the architectural details and depth. Ticket prices: Peak season 60 RMB / Off-season 40 RMB (online booking required 1-7 days in advance, closed on Mondays). Opening hours: Morning session (8:30 - 12:00 entry); Afternoon session (entry from 11:00, last entry at 15:30).

Walking Guide

Take the Inner Loop of Subway Line 2 (direction ShiJiTan) to Gulou Avenue Station. Transfer to Subway Line 8 (direction YingHai) and get off at JinYu Hu Tong Station, exit from C (Southwest Exit). Walk 2.6 kilometers to reach your destination.