Using symmetrical composition, the throne is placed at the center of the frame, with dragon-patterned screens symmetrically arranged behind it. Two side tables are evenly placed to enhance the sense of solemnity. The photographer shoots from a level angle to ensure the subject is fully displayed from the front. The framing includes the entire throne, screens, and side tables, with the red wall background retained. It is recommended to use a wide-angle lens to capture the overall scene, highlighting the symmetrical beauty and the completeness of the artifacts. Travel Tips: ① Admission Price: 60 RMB, free for minors ( reservation required ); ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, last entry at 4:30 PM.

The Palace Museum - Dragon Pattern Screens and Thrones

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

Photography Tips

Using symmetrical composition, the throne is placed at the center of the frame, with dragon-patterned screens symmetrically arranged behind it. Two side tables are evenly placed to enhance the sense of solemnity. The photographer shoots from a level angle to ensure the subject is fully displayed from the front. The framing includes the entire throne, screens, and side tables, with the red wall background retained. It is recommended to use a wide-angle lens to capture the overall scene, highlighting the symmetrical beauty and the completeness of the artifacts. Travel Tips: ① Admission Price: 60 RMB, free for minors ( reservation required ); ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, last entry at 4:30 PM.

Walking Guide

Walk east along Donghua Men Road for 80 meters and then turn left.

Walk north along Nanchang Street, and after passing the Nanchang Street Fire Station (on your right) in Xicheng District's Xichang'an Street Subdistrict, turn right.

Walk west past the Halbo Exhibition (on your right) to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk west past the Halbo Exhibition (on your right) to reach your destination.

Walk east along Xihua Gate Street to Xihua Gate (on your left) and then turn right.

Walk north to the Inner Golden Water Bridge (on your left) and then turn left.

Walk southeast and pass the ticket office of the East Gate of Zhongshan Park (on your right), then turn left.

Walk northeast to the Palace Museum alarm office (on your left) and then turn right.

Take the subway [Line 1 / Batong Line] to [Tiananmen West Station] and exit from the C southwest exit.

Walk west to the Palace Museum - Right Yi Gate (on your left), then walk diagonally left.