The Forbidden City - Interlocking Eaves and Red Grid Windows of the Architecture
33.8k reviews
No. 4, Jingshan Front Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing
Photography Tips
The photographer uses a low-angle shot to let the sloping eaves guide the viewer’s gaze to the decorative details of the eaves. The frame includes yellow glazed tiles, red walls, and carved window frames. The foreground features a close-up of the eaves to add depth. A medium-telephoto lens is recommended to highlight the details and compress the background. Travel Tips: 1. Ticket Prices: The entrance fee for the Meridian Gate varies between the peak and off-season. From April 1 to October 31, the peak season ticket is 60 RMB. From November 1 to March 31 of the following year, the off-season ticket is 40 RMB. Separate tickets are required for the Treasure Gallery and Clock Museum, both priced at 10 RMB each. 2. Opening Hours: From April 1 to October 31, the opening hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:10 PM). From November 1 to March 31 of the following year, the opening hours are...
Walking Guide
Take the Subway Line 8 to the National Art Museum of China Station and exit from the D2 southwest exit.
Walk north for 75 meters, then turn right.
Walk southwest along Wusi Avenue and after passing the Cloud Palace轩 Ancient Costume Experience Hall (on your right), turn left.
Walk west along Donghua Gate Street to the Donghua Gate Tower of the Palace Museum (on your left), then turn left.
Walk west along Wusi Avenue and, after passing the Donghua Gate Street Environmental Protection Office on your left, turn slightly left.
Walk north to the China Art Museum's Cultural and Creative Center (on your right) and then turn left.
Walk southwest along Donghua Gate Road, and after passing the ticket office of the Beijing Labor People's Cultural Palace on your left, turn right.
Walk east to the Treasure House 1 (on your left) and then turn left.
Walk 26 meters east, then turn left.
Walk 27 meters east and then turn left.
Walk east to the Xiehe Gate (on your right) and then continue straight.
Walk 12 meters northeast and then turn left.
Walk south along Beichi Zi Street until you reach Beijing Daoxiangcun (on your left), then turn right.
Walk west along Donghuamen Road for 79 meters and then turn right.
Walk 10 meters east and continue straight.
Walk north to the Forbidden City Medical Station (on the right side of the road) and then turn right.
Walk north for 20 meters and then turn right.
Walk northeast to the Palace Museum - NingShou Gate (on the left side of the road), then turn right.
Walk 86 meters to the east.
