The photographer used a level shooting angle, placing the subject slightly to the right of the center, with a yellow carved column on the left to balance the composition. The framing includes the red walls, windows in the background, and the carved column in the foreground, enhancing the layers of the ancient style. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Prices: Admission to the Meridian Gate varies between peak and off-peak seasons. From April 1 to October 31, the ticket price is 60 RMB; from November 1 to March 31 of the following year, the price is 40 RMB. Tickets for the Treasure Gallery and Clock and Watch Gallery must be purchased separately, both for 10 RMB each. ② Opening Hours: From April 1 to October 31, the opening hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:10 PM). From November 1 to March 31 of the following year, the opening hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (last entry at 4:10 PM).

The Forbidden City - Take a photo with the red lattice windows.

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No. 4, Jingshan Front Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing, inside the Palace Museum

Photography Tips

The photographer used a level shooting angle, placing the subject slightly to the right of the center, with a yellow carved column on the left to balance the composition. The framing includes the red walls, windows in the background, and the carved column in the foreground, enhancing the layers of the ancient style. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Prices: Admission to the Meridian Gate varies between peak and off-peak seasons. From April 1 to October 31, the ticket price is 60 RMB; from November 1 to March 31 of the following year, the price is 40 RMB. Tickets for the Treasure Gallery and Clock and Watch Gallery must be purchased separately, both for 10 RMB each. ② Opening Hours: From April 1 to October 31, the opening hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:10 PM). From November 1 to March 31 of the following year, the opening hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (last entry at 4:10 PM).

Walking Guide

Walk west along Wusi Avenue, pass the Donghua MEN Street Environmental Protection Office (on your left), and then continue forward to the left.

Walk 13 meters west and then turn right.

Walk 26 meters north and turn right.

Take the subway [Line 8] to [China Art Museum Station] and exit from the D2 southwest exit.

Walk south along Beichi Street until you reach Beijing Daoxiangcun (on your left), then turn right.

Walk north to the West Gate of Qiongyuan (on the left side of the road) to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk north to the West Gate of Qiongyuan (on the left side of the road) to reach your destination.

Walk north to the right-side entrance of the Palace Museum and then continue straight.

Walk straight for 13 meters to the north.

Walk southwest along Donghua Gate Road and turn right after passing the ticket office of the Beijing Labor People's Cultural Palace on your left.

Walk west along Donghua Gate Road for 79 meters and then turn right.

Walk north to the Palace Museum - Zhengdu Gate (on the right side of the road), then continue straight.

Walk north for 24 meters, then turn left.

Walk north to the China Art Museum Cultural and Creative Center (on your right) and then turn left.

Walk straight north for 64 meters.

Walk 30 meters west, then proceed to the right.

Walk 73 meters northwest straight ahead.

Walk north for 74 meters and then turn left.

Walk straight north for 12 meters.

Walk north past the Palace Museum Store (on your right) and continue straight.

Walk southwest along Wusi Avenue, passing the Yun Gong Xuan Ancient Costume Experience Hall on your right, then turn left.

Walk west along Donghua Gate Street to the Donghua Gate Tower of the Palace Museum (on your left) and then turn left.

Walk straight for 22 meters to the north.

Walk north to the Inner Jinshui Bridge (on the left side of the road), then continue straight.

Walk 14 meters east and then turn left.

Walk straight north for 76 meters.

Walk straight for 23 meters to the north.