The photographer stands directly in front of the artifact, at roughly the same level as the phoenix crown. Using a centered composition, the phoenix crown is placed in the middle of the frame to highlight the main subject. A simple background is chosen to avoid distractions and to emphasize the intricate and exquisite details of the phoenix crown. The lines of the hanging ornaments are captured to enhance the grand and luxurious atmosphere. 

Travel Tip: Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

National Museum of China - Empress Xiaozhuang's Phoenix Crown

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16 East Chang'an, Dongcheng District, Beijing, East Side of Tiananmen Square

Photography Tips

The photographer stands directly in front of the artifact, at roughly the same level as the phoenix crown. Using a centered composition, the phoenix crown is placed in the middle of the frame to highlight the main subject. A simple background is chosen to avoid distractions and to emphasize the intricate and exquisite details of the phoenix crown. The lines of the hanging ornaments are captured to enhance the grand and luxurious atmosphere. Travel Tip: Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Walking Guide

Take the Subway Line 1 and exit at Tiananmen East Station C exit. Head to the B1 level and proceed to the Empress Dowager Xiaozhuang's phoenix crown display in the Ancient China Exhibition.