The photographer uses an upward shooting angle and a centered composition to place the "Longzong Gate" plaque in the center of the frame. The symmetrical ceiling paintings naturally extend on both sides, highlighting the balance between the main subject and the architectural structure. The shot should include the top ceiling, the middle beam, and the plaque below, showcasing the complete internal structure.

Travel Tip: Admission is 60 RMB.

The Palace Museum - Algae Wells and Plaques

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

Photography Tips

The photographer uses an upward shooting angle and a centered composition to place the "Longzong Gate" plaque in the center of the frame. The symmetrical ceiling paintings naturally extend on both sides, highlighting the balance between the main subject and the architectural structure. The shot should include the top ceiling, the middle beam, and the plaque below, showcasing the complete internal structure. Travel Tip: Admission is 60 RMB.

Walking Guide

Walk north to the Palace Museum - Zhen Du Gate (on the right side of the road) and then continue straight.

Walk north to the Right Gate of the Palace Museum (on your right), then continue straight.

Walk 13 meters west and then turn right.

Walk north for 24 meters and turn left.

Walk north to the Inner Golden Water Bridge (on the left side of the road) and continue straight.

Walk north for 22 meters to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk north for 22 meters to reach your destination.

Walk 149 meters west and then turn right.

Walk straight north for 64 meters.

Walk 89 meters to the east and turn left.

Walk straight north for 12 meters.

Walk straight for 23 meters to the north.

Walk straight for 76 meters to the north.

Walk north past the Palace Museum Store (on your right) and continue straight.

Walk north for 74 meters and turn left.

Walk straight north for 22 meters.

Walk straight north for 13 meters.

Walk straight for 73 meters northwest.

Walk 30 meters west, then proceed to the right.

Walk west past the Outer Golden Water Bridge (on the right) and then turn right.

Walk 24 meters north and then turn right.

Walk north to the public restroom (on your right) and then turn left.

Take the Subway [Line 1/Batong Line] to [Tiananmen East Station], and exit from Southwest Exit D.