The photographer stands below the eave and shoots from a low angle upward, using the arrangement of the ridge beasts from left to right as a leading line to focus the viewer’s gaze. The branches and leaves of a pine tree are included on the right as a foreground element to add depth, while the background retains the blue sky. The lower part of the red wall is also captured, highlighting the integration of the ancient architecture with natural elements.

The Forbidden City - Close-up of Roof Ridge Creatures and Pine Branches

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No. 4, Jingshan Qianjie, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

The photographer stands below the eave and shoots from a low angle upward, using the arrangement of the ridge beasts from left to right as a leading line to focus the viewer’s gaze. The branches and leaves of a pine tree are included on the right as a foreground element to add depth, while the background retains the blue sky. The lower part of the red wall is also captured, highlighting the integration of the ancient architecture with natural elements.

Walking Guide

Take Line 1 or Batong Line to Tiananmen East, exit at Northeast B. After exiting, walk 1.1 kilometers to the final destination, the Palace Museum.