The model stands at the center of the Zhaode Gate, with the photographer shooting level with the gate frame, placing the camera slightly below the model's shoulders to enhance the solemn and majestic feel. The gate frame of the Zhaode Gate highlights the main subject, creating a layered composition, which is captured using a standard lens. 1. Travel Tips: The peak season ticket for the Forbidden City is 60 RMB per person, and the off-peak season ticket is 40 RMB per person. Opening hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM during the peak season, and 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM during the off-peak season. The last entry to the Treasure Gallery and Clock and Watch Gallery is at 3:40 PM. 2. Other Experiences: It's recommended not to bring bags to save time at security checks. Bring at least one power bank. Inside the Forbidden City, photography equipment such as reflectors, tripods, supports, and self-extending poles longer than 1.3 meters are not allowed.

The Forbidden City - Taking a photo with the Zhaode Gate

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No. 4, Jingshan Qianjie, Dongcheng District, Beijing, within the Palace Museum

Photography Tips

The model stands at the center of the Zhaode Gate, with the photographer shooting level with the gate frame, placing the camera slightly below the model's shoulders to enhance the solemn and majestic feel. The gate frame of the Zhaode Gate highlights the main subject, creating a layered composition, which is captured using a standard lens. 1. Travel Tips: The peak season ticket for the Forbidden City is 60 RMB per person, and the off-peak season ticket is 40 RMB per person. Opening hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM during the peak season, and 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM during the off-peak season. The last entry to the Treasure Gallery and Clock and Watch Gallery is at 3:40 PM. 2. Other Experiences: It's recommended not to bring bags to save time at security checks. Bring at least one power bank. Inside the Forbidden City, photography equipment such as reflectors, tripods, supports, and self-extending poles longer than 1.3 meters are not allowed.

Walking Guide

Take bus No.2 and get off at Tiananmen East B exit. Enter from Nanzipu and walk to the east gate of Beijing Labor People's Cultural Palace. Pay 2 RMB for the entrance fee, turn right, and follow the signs to the west gate, which will lead you to the Wumen Square. The whole walk takes about 15 minutes. Zhaode Gate is located on the east side of Taihe Gate.