The photographer uses a frame-within-a-frame technique, with the natural holes formed by tree branches and trunks serving as the frame to highlight the yellow roof and ridge beasts of the Forbidden City in the center. The composition includes dark branches in the foreground, a blue sky in the background, and the main subject, the roof, to enhance depth and compress the space, making the roof details clearer.

The Forbidden City - A corner of the eaves and roof beast through the tree trunk.

Created bytklib

33.8k reviews

No. 4, Jingshan Front Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

The photographer uses a frame-within-a-frame technique, with the natural holes formed by tree branches and trunks serving as the frame to highlight the yellow roof and ridge beasts of the Forbidden City in the center. The composition includes dark branches in the foreground, a blue sky in the background, and the main subject, the roof, to enhance depth and compress the space, making the roof details clearer.

Walking Guide

Take Line 1 or Batong Line to Tiananmen East Station and exit from the northeast (B) exit. After exiting the station, walk 1.1 kilometers to the final destination, the Palace Museum.