The photographer takes a low-angle shot from close range, using central composition to place the “Palace Museum” plaque at the center of the frame, highlighting the main subject. A wide-angle lens is used for the shot. Outfit suggestion: Wear colors from the Morandi palette; they look especially regal against the red walls and golden roofs. Travel tips: Admission to the Palace Museum is 60 RMB per person, free for minors (reservation required); opening hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm (last entry at 4:30 pm).

The Palace Museum - Shenwu Gate City Tower Plaque

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No. 4, Jingshan Qianjie, Dongcheng District, Beijing, The Palace Museum, Beijing

Photography Tips

The photographer takes a low-angle shot from close range, using central composition to place the “Palace Museum” plaque at the center of the frame, highlighting the main subject. A wide-angle lens is used for the shot. Outfit suggestion: Wear colors from the Morandi palette; they look especially regal against the red walls and golden roofs. Travel tips: Admission to the Palace Museum is 60 RMB per person, free for minors (reservation required); opening hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm (last entry at 4:30 pm).

Walking Guide

Take bus 60 to Xilahutong Bus Stop, walk 56 meters south along Beihelayuan Street, turn right and walk 422 meters along Donghuamen Street, turn left and walk 538 meters southwest along Donghuamen Road, turn right and walk 79 meters west along Donghuamen Road, then turn right and walk 170 meters north, continue straight 24 meters north, turn left and walk 30 meters west, go northwest 73 meters, then continue straight north (22 meters, 13 meters, 22 meters, 74 meters), turn left and walk 13 meters west, turn right and walk 64 meters north, continue straight north (23 meters, 12 meters, 23 meters, 76 meters, 54 meters, 26 meters), turn right and walk 14 meters east, turn left and walk 268 meters north, go northeast 121 meters, turn left and walk 66 meters north to reach the north gate (Shenwu Gate) of the Palace Museum.