The model leans against the railing while the photographer stands below, shooting upwards from a few steps away. You can try using a 2x/medium-telephoto lens.

1. Equipment: Fuji X4, 18-50mm f2.8 lens.
2. Pose: Looking at the camera or not is fine, but turning your body slightly towards the camera gives a more cinematic feel.
3. Outfit Suggestions: Keep it simple and clean, with black, white, and gray being versatile choices.

The Forbidden City - Taihe Hall railing side

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No. 127-4 Huohua Road, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

The model leans against the railing while the photographer stands below, shooting upwards from a few steps away. You can try using a 2x/medium-telephoto lens. 1. Equipment: Fuji X4, 18-50mm f2.8 lens. 2. Pose: Looking at the camera or not is fine, but turning your body slightly towards the camera gives a more cinematic feel. 3. Outfit Suggestions: Keep it simple and clean, with black, white, and gray being versatile choices.

Walking Guide

Walk straight along the central axis, and you will reach the Hall of Supreme Harmony. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk straight along the central axis, and you will reach the Hall of Supreme Harmony.

Cross Tiananmen Square (advance reservation required). — step-by-step photo guide

Cross Tiananmen Square (advance reservation required).

Pass through the Duanmen and Wumen. — step-by-step photo guide

Pass through the Duanmen and Wumen.

Take the subway to Tiananmen East Station and exit at Entrance B. — step-by-step photo guide

Take the subway to Tiananmen East Station and exit at Entrance B.