The photographer stands in front of the subject, at roughly the same height, using a frame-within-a-frame technique with an archway to naturally frame the subject in the center of the image. A standard lens is used to accurately capture the proportions and spatial relationships between the subject and the background architecture. Travel Tip: It’s recommended to arrive early to avoid crowds, which will improve the quality of your photos.

The Forbidden City - Meridian Gate Archways

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Inside the Forbidden City Museum, Dongcheng District, Beijing.

Photography Tips

The photographer stands in front of the subject, at roughly the same height, using a frame-within-a-frame technique with an archway to naturally frame the subject in the center of the image. A standard lens is used to accurately capture the proportions and spatial relationships between the subject and the background architecture. Travel Tip: It’s recommended to arrive early to avoid crowds, which will improve the quality of your photos.

Walking Guide

Take the Subway Line 1 to Tiananmen East Station, exit from B, and then enter Nanchizi Street. Walk along Nanchizi Street to Donghua Gate. From there, follow the city wall and the river for about five minutes to reach Wu Gate.