Using a frame-within-a-frame composition, the photographer utilizes the door frame as a foreground element to highlight the inscription on the Qian Nian Dian (Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests). The photo is taken from a straight-on angle, positioning the inscription vertically in the center of the frame to emphasize its height. The composition includes the red door frame, the blue roof of the Qian Nian Dian, and the detailed calligraphy of “Qian Nian Dian.” It is recommended to use a telephoto lens to compress the background and highlight the architectural details.

Travel Tips:
① Admission Fees: Peak season (April to October) 15 RMB, off-season (November to March) 10 RMB.
② Opening Hours: 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Temple of Heaven Park - Capturing the plaque of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests through a door crack.

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

Photography Tips

Using a frame-within-a-frame composition, the photographer utilizes the door frame as a foreground element to highlight the inscription on the Qian Nian Dian (Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests). The photo is taken from a straight-on angle, positioning the inscription vertically in the center of the frame to emphasize its height. The composition includes the red door frame, the blue roof of the Qian Nian Dian, and the detailed calligraphy of “Qian Nian Dian.” It is recommended to use a telephoto lens to compress the background and highlight the architectural details. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fees: Peak season (April to October) 15 RMB, off-season (November to March) 10 RMB. ② Opening Hours: 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Walking Guide

Walk north to the Temple of Heaven (on your left) and then continue in the northeast direction.

Walk 10 meters along Tiantan Road and turn left.

Walk 303 meters west, then proceed to the right.

Walk southwest through the Temple of Heaven Park - after passing the animal shelter stone pillars (on the left), turn left and continue forward.

Walk west to Tiantan Park - Ganquan Well (on your right) and then turn left.

Walk south past the Qinian Gate (on your left) to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk south past the Qinian Gate (on your left) to reach your destination.

Take the Subway Line 5 to Tiantan East Gate Station and exit from Southwest Exit D.

Walk southwest to the Tian Tan Park - Danbi Stone Carvings (on the right side of the path), then turn left.