Using a symmetrical composition, place the circular decoration at the center of the door in the middle of the frame, with the symmetrical patterns on both sides fully displayed to highlight the traditional symmetry of the design. The photographer should be directly facing the door ornament, and a straight-on angle ensures that the composition is balanced and not skewed. Focus the framing on the central door ornament and the surrounding symmetrical patterns, avoiding any distracting elements. Travel Tip: Admission is 10 yuan.

The Temple of Heaven - Circular Decorative Ceiling

Created bytklib

33.8k reviews

Dong Chang'an Street, Donghuamen Sub-district Office, Dongcheng District, Beijing City

Photography Tips

Using a symmetrical composition, place the circular decoration at the center of the door in the middle of the frame, with the symmetrical patterns on both sides fully displayed to highlight the traditional symmetry of the design. The photographer should be directly facing the door ornament, and a straight-on angle ensures that the composition is balanced and not skewed. Focus the framing on the central door ornament and the surrounding symmetrical patterns, avoiding any distracting elements. Travel Tip: Admission is 10 yuan.

Walking Guide

Walk east along Donghua Gate Road to the public restroom (on your left) and then turn right.

Take the Subway Line 1 or Line Batong to Tiananmen East Station, and exit from Southwest Exit D.

Walk 88 meters southeast to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk 88 meters southeast to reach your destination.

Walk 68 meters east, then turn right.

Walk west past the Outer Golden Water Bridge (on your right) and then turn right.

Walk north and pass the joint law enforcement booth on your right, then turn right.

Walk north to the public restroom (on your right) and then turn left.

Walk south to the Deer-shaped Cypress (on the right side of the road), then turn left.

Walk 24 meters north and then turn right.

Walk 89 meters east and then turn left.

Walk 149 meters west and turn right.