Using the rule of thirds, the person is positioned at the right one-third of the frame, with the crane sculpture placed at the left one-third, creating a balanced composition that highlights the interaction between the subjects. The model stands to the right of the sculpture, leaning naturally against the railing, holding an object and turning slightly towards the camera with a relaxed posture. The shot is taken at eye level, including the foreground railing, the mid-ground figures and sculpture, and the background featuring the palace rooftops and a clear blue sky to enhance depth. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 60 RMB; ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM).

The Palace Museum - Take a photo with the crane-shaped sculpture and the palace.

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No. 4, Jingshan Front Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

Using the rule of thirds, the person is positioned at the right one-third of the frame, with the crane sculpture placed at the left one-third, creating a balanced composition that highlights the interaction between the subjects. The model stands to the right of the sculpture, leaning naturally against the railing, holding an object and turning slightly towards the camera with a relaxed posture. The shot is taken at eye level, including the foreground railing, the mid-ground figures and sculpture, and the background featuring the palace rooftops and a clear blue sky to enhance depth. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 60 RMB; ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM).

Walking Guide

Take the Subway Line 1 or Batong Line to Tiananmen East Station, and exit from the Southwest Exit (D).

Walk 29 meters east, then proceed to the left front.

Walk 24 meters north and then turn right.

Walk west past the Outer Golden Water Bridge (on the right) and then turn right.

Walk straight for 18 meters to the north.

Walk north to the Palace Museum - Zhaode Gate (on the right side of the road) and then continue straight.

Walk 19 meters east to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk 19 meters east to reach your destination.

Walk 89 meters east and then turn left.

Walk north for 73 meters and turn left.

Walk 53 meters west and then turn right.

Walk north past the sundial (on your right) and then turn right.

Walk straight for 24 meters to the north.

Walk 73 meters straight to the northeast.

Walk north to the Inner Jinshui Bridge (on your left) and then continue straight.

Walk north to the public restroom (on the right) and then turn left.

Walk straight for 12 meters to the north.

Walk 24 meters north and then turn right.

Walk 149 meters west, then turn right.