The photographer is shooting the Temple of Heaven's Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, adjusting the camera position to be parallel with the center of the subject to ensure the building is symmetrical. Using a centered and symmetrical composition, the grandeur and solemnity of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests are emphasized, while avoiding any tilting of the frame. A telephoto lens is used to moderately compress the perspective, maintaining the natural proportions of the building.

Temple of Heaven - Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests

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

Photography Tips

The photographer is shooting the Temple of Heaven's Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, adjusting the camera position to be parallel with the center of the subject to ensure the building is symmetrical. Using a centered and symmetrical composition, the grandeur and solemnity of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests are emphasized, while avoiding any tilting of the frame. A telephoto lens is used to moderately compress the perspective, maintaining the natural proportions of the building.

Walking Guide

Take the bus 202 and get off at Tiantan South Gate Station. As soon as you exit the Tiantan South Gate bus stop, you’ll see the ticket booth for the South Gate. Enter through the South Gate and walk straight ahead, passing by the Circular Mound and the Imperial Vault of Heaven. Exit through the west gate of the Imperial Vault of Heaven, and continue north along the Danbi Bridge to reach the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests.