1. When it's impossible to avoid crowds, photographers can use motion blur techniques to keep the subject sharp while blurring the background.
2. The model must remain completely still, otherwise the portrait will be blurred.
Equipment settings: Fujifilm XH2S, lens 18-55mm.
Ticket prices: Main gate / $1.50, Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest / $3.00, Combined ticket / $4.20.
Shooting time: To capture scenes without crowds, it's recommended to arrive before 9:00 AM.
Other tips: If you’re only there to take this specific shot, entering from the north gate will be more convenient.

Temple of Heaven - North Heavenly Gate Frame

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No. 1A Tiantan Road, Tiantan Park Scenic Area, Tiantan Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

1. When it's impossible to avoid crowds, photographers can use motion blur techniques to keep the subject sharp while blurring the background. 2. The model must remain completely still, otherwise the portrait will be blurred. Equipment settings: Fujifilm XH2S, lens 18-55mm. Ticket prices: Main gate / $1.50, Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest / $3.00, Combined ticket / $4.20. Shooting time: To capture scenes without crowds, it's recommended to arrive before 9:00 AM. Other tips: If you’re only there to take this specific shot, entering from the north gate will be more convenient.

Walking Guide

After getting your ticket checked, walk straight along the avenue for 700 meters until you reach the iron sign. — step-by-step photo guide

After getting your ticket checked, walk straight along the avenue for 700 meters until you reach the iron sign.

Turn right after you see the sign and walk 150 meters, then turn right again and walk 100 meters to reach the North Gate. — step-by-step photo guide

Turn right after you see the sign and walk 150 meters, then turn right again and walk 100 meters to reach the North Gate.

Exit at A2 of Tiantan East Gate Station on Subway Line 5. After exiting, turn right and walk 90 meters to reach the East Gate of Tiantan Park. — step-by-step photo guide

Exit at A2 of Tiantan East Gate Station on Subway Line 5. After exiting, turn right and walk 90 meters to reach the East Gate of Tiantan Park.

After reaching the Northern Heavenly Gate, take a photo of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests looking back from there. — step-by-step photo guide

After reaching the Northern Heavenly Gate, take a photo of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests looking back from there.