Use a straight-on angle with the main subject, the palace lantern, positioned at the center of the frame to fully showcase its details and the beauty of traditional architecture. It is recommended to use a telephoto lens to compress the background, making the red walls and leaves blend closely together and highlight the contrast between the main subject and the background. When shooting, choose the yellow ginkgo leaves above the lantern as the background, filling the frame horizontally to enhance the depth and color contrast of the image, and avoid any distracting elements on the sides. Additional tips: The Forbidden City is photogenic all year round, but autumn is especially recommended for capturing the beauty of Beijing's fall scenery, which also complements traditional Chinese costumes very well.

The Forbidden City - Vintage Palace Lanterns, Ginkgo Leaves, and Red Walls

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No. 4, Jingshan Qianjie, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

Use a straight-on angle with the main subject, the palace lantern, positioned at the center of the frame to fully showcase its details and the beauty of traditional architecture. It is recommended to use a telephoto lens to compress the background, making the red walls and leaves blend closely together and highlight the contrast between the main subject and the background. When shooting, choose the yellow ginkgo leaves above the lantern as the background, filling the frame horizontally to enhance the depth and color contrast of the image, and avoid any distracting elements on the sides. Additional tips: The Forbidden City is photogenic all year round, but autumn is especially recommended for capturing the beauty of Beijing's fall scenery, which also complements traditional Chinese costumes very well.

Walking Guide

Take the bus number 60 to Nanhelian Station, walk 110 meters, turn right into Beiwanzi Alley and walk 100 meters, turn left and walk 170 meters, cross the street and turn right into Nanchizi Avenue and walk 110 meters, cross the street again and turn left, walk 130 meters, turn right and walk 60 meters, turn right and walk 80 meters, turn left ahead and walk 40 meters, go straight ahead to the left for 300 meters, turn right and walk 70 meters, and you will arrive at the Palace Museum.