The photographer stands at the side of a Forbidden City building, shooting slightly upward. The person is positioned in the lower right corner of the frame, with the Hall of Supreme Harmony filling the upper space as a background, balancing the composition. A standard lens is used to accurately depict the proportions and spatial layers of the scene. 1. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: Forbidden City tickets must be booked in advance through official channels. Peak season tickets cost 60 RMB per person, off-peak season tickets cost 40 RMB per person, and some exhibitions require additional tickets. ② Best Photography Times: Before 10:00 AM when there are fewer visitors and the light is soft, making it ideal for both photography and touring. After 2:00 PM, as crowds thin out, the serenity and beauty of the Forbidden City become more apparent. After 3:00 PM, the Forbidden City under the sunset is especially picturesque, particularly the corner towers and red walls, which are heaven for photography enthusiasts. 2. Dress Suggestions: Chinese-style coats. 3. Other Tips: ① Arrive early in the morning to secure good shooting spots. ② Book tickets at least one week in advance to ensure a smooth trip. ③ The Forbidden City is vast, so wear comfortable shoes to fully enjoy this historical journey.

The Forbidden City - Take a photo with the stone pillars and the Hall of Supreme Harmony.

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Inside the Forbidden City, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

The photographer stands at the side of a Forbidden City building, shooting slightly upward. The person is positioned in the lower right corner of the frame, with the Hall of Supreme Harmony filling the upper space as a background, balancing the composition. A standard lens is used to accurately depict the proportions and spatial layers of the scene. 1. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: Forbidden City tickets must be booked in advance through official channels. Peak season tickets cost 60 RMB per person, off-peak season tickets cost 40 RMB per person, and some exhibitions require additional tickets. ② Best Photography Times: Before 10:00 AM when there are fewer visitors and the light is soft, making it ideal for both photography and touring. After 2:00 PM, as crowds thin out, the serenity and beauty of the Forbidden City become more apparent. After 3:00 PM, the Forbidden City under the sunset is especially picturesque, particularly the corner towers and red walls, which are heaven for photography enthusiasts. 2. Dress Suggestions: Chinese-style coats. 3. Other Tips: ① Arrive early in the morning to secure good shooting spots. ② Book tickets at least one week in advance to ensure a smooth trip. ③ The Forbidden City is vast, so wear comfortable shoes to fully enjoy this historical journey.

Walking Guide

Take the Subway Line 1 or Batong Line to Tiananmen East Station. After exiting, cross the street and walk west to the western intersection of the Waijinshui Bridge, then turn right and walk north for 725 meters, passing through Tiananmen Gate, Duanmen Gate, Wumen Gate, and the Neijinshui Bridge. Continue walking towards the left front for 250 meters, passing through the Taihe Gate Square and the Taihe Palace Square to reach the Taihe Palace. The spot for taking photos is diagonally in front of the white marble steps of the Taihe Palace.