Capture the intricate details and extension of the stone carvings on the imperial path, placing the carved stones at the center of the frame. On both sides, symmetrically positioned stone railings and steps balance the image. The composition should include the dragon patterns on the stone carvings, the railings and steps on either side, and the red palace gate and rooftops in the background to enhance the sense of depth. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: 60 RMB, free for minors (reservation required); ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM).

The Palace Museum - Imperial Way Stone Carvings and Steps

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No. 4 Jingshan Qianjie, Dongcheng District, Beijing, inside the Palace Museum

Photography Tips

Capture the intricate details and extension of the stone carvings on the imperial path, placing the carved stones at the center of the frame. On both sides, symmetrically positioned stone railings and steps balance the image. The composition should include the dragon patterns on the stone carvings, the railings and steps on either side, and the red palace gate and rooftops in the background to enhance the sense of depth. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: 60 RMB, free for minors (reservation required); ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM).

Walking Guide

Walk north to the Inner Left Gate (on your right) and then turn left.

Walk north to the Palace Museum - Zhongzuo Gate (on the left side of the road), then continue straight.

Walk southwest along Donghua Gate Road, passing the ticket office of the Beijing Labor People's Cultural Palace on your left, then turn right.

Take the subway [Line 8] to [Jinyu Hutong Station] and exit from the station.

Walk north to the Zhaode Gate of the Palace Museum (on the right side of the road), then continue straight.

Walk west along Donghua Gate Road for 79 meters and then turn right.

Walk north to the Forbidden City Character Museum (on your right) and then continue straight.

Walk straight north for 51 meters.

Walk straight for 23 meters to the north.

Walk 12 meters east and then turn left.

Walk straight for 66 meters to the north.

Walk west past the Palace Museum - Large Stone Sculptures (on your left) to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk west past the Palace Museum - Large Stone Sculptures (on your left) to reach your destination.

Walk north to the Inner Golden Water Bridge (on your left) and then continue straight.

Walk 24 meters north and then turn right.

Walk south along Wangfujing Street until you reach Swatch (on your right), then turn right.

Walk west along Donghua Gate Street, passing the Palace Museum Store on your right, then turn left.

Walk 29 meters east, then proceed forward to the left.

Walk 29 meters west and then turn left.

Walk 73 meters northeast and continue straight.

Walk straight north for 12 meters.

Walk straight north for 24 meters.

Walk straight north for 11 meters.

Walk north for 73 meters and then turn right.