The photographer uses a level shot angle with the golden dragon-patterned pillars on either side to balance the composition. The steps in the center form a leading line that guides the viewer’s gaze to the roof. The framing includes the foreground pillars, the midground steps, and the background painted roof, enhancing the sense of depth and spatial layers. Travel Tip: The full combo ticket costs 34 RMB, while the regular entry ticket is 15 RMB. The regular ticket only includes access to the park, whereas the combo ticket also covers additional attractions such as the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the Circular Mound Altar, the Imperial Vault of Heaven, the Abstinence Palace, and the Divine Music Hall.

Temple of Heaven - Interior columns and steps of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests

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

Photography Tips

The photographer uses a level shot angle with the golden dragon-patterned pillars on either side to balance the composition. The steps in the center form a leading line that guides the viewer’s gaze to the roof. The framing includes the foreground pillars, the midground steps, and the background painted roof, enhancing the sense of depth and spatial layers. Travel Tip: The full combo ticket costs 34 RMB, while the regular entry ticket is 15 RMB. The regular ticket only includes access to the park, whereas the combo ticket also covers additional attractions such as the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the Circular Mound Altar, the Imperial Vault of Heaven, the Abstinence Palace, and the Divine Music Hall.

Walking Guide

Walk southwest through the Temple of Heaven Park - after passing the animal棚 shelter pillar stones, turn left ahead. (Note: The term "牲棚" is translated as "animal shelter" for better understanding in English.)

Walk southwest to the Tian'anmen Park - Danbi Stone Carvings to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk southwest to the Tian'anmen Park - Danbi Stone Carvings to reach your destination.

Walk 303 meters west, then proceed to the right.

Walk 10 meters along Tiantan Road and turn left.

Walk north to the Temple of Heaven and then proceed in the left-forward direction.

Take the Subway Line 5 to Tiantan East Gate Station and exit from the D (southwest) exit.

Walk west to Tiananmen Park - Gànquán Well, then turn left.