Temple of Heaven - North entrance of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests
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No. 1A, Tiantan East Road, Dongcheng District, Beijing
Photography Tips
Upon entering the north gate of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, you will be directly facing the hall. Use a low-angle shot framed by the door, with a wide-angle lens to capture both the person and the Temple of Heaven. Lower the camera height appropriately, have the model stand in the center and position them in the light, then take an upward-angle shot. Equipment settings: Fujifilm XH2S, lens 18-55mm. Poses: 1. Turn your back and then look back—this creates a very atmospheric shot; 2. Stand facing the camera, hands in pockets, looking slightly upward; 3. Stand with your back to the camera, looking into the distance. Admission fees: 10 RMB for the main entrance, 20 RMB for the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, or 28 RMB for a combined ticket. Best time to shoot: To capture an empty scene, enter the park as soon as it opens at 08:00 in the morning, otherwise there will always be people around. Outfit suggestions: Wear a black or white overcoat or any other grand and elegant attire. This will make the photos stand out and give a sense of time travel.
Walking Guide
Continue walking forward to reach the Qiniandian Ticket Checkpoint.
Take Exit A2 at Tianan East Gate Station on Subway Line 5, and you'll find the East Gate of Tianan Park 90 meters to your right after exiting the station.
After getting your ticket checked, turn right to go to the Ancient稀Gate. (Note: "古稀" is translated as "Ancient稀" because it seems there might be a specific name intended, but if it's a typo or needs a more context-specific translation, it should be adjusted. For a more natural translation, "Ancient Gate" might be more appropriate.) For a more natural translation: After getting your ticket checked, turn right to go to the Ancient Gate.
Then, turn left and walk 10 meters to reach the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests.
After entering through the East Gate, walk straight along the main path for about 700 meters.
