The photographer stood below the building, using an upward angle to highlight the layers of the roof. Employing leading lines in the composition, the eaves' lines naturally extend, guiding the viewer's gaze to the脊兽 on the roof ridge. The framing includes two layers of eaves, the ridge beast, and some painted decorations, while the background retains a simple sky. It is recommended to use a standard lens, paying attention to adjusting the exposure to avoid overexposure of the sky, thereby emphasizing the architectural details and colors. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 60 RMB; ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.

The Forbidden City - Roof Architecture of the Forbidden City

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No. 4, Jingshan Front Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

The photographer stood below the building, using an upward angle to highlight the layers of the roof. Employing leading lines in the composition, the eaves' lines naturally extend, guiding the viewer's gaze to the脊兽 on the roof ridge. The framing includes two layers of eaves, the ridge beast, and some painted decorations, while the background retains a simple sky. It is recommended to use a standard lens, paying attention to adjusting the exposure to avoid overexposure of the sky, thereby emphasizing the architectural details and colors. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 60 RMB; ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.

Walking Guide

Take the subway [Line 1 / Batong Line] to [Tiananmen East Station], and exit from the D (southwest) exit.

Walk north past the sundial (on your right) to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk north past the sundial (on your right) to reach your destination.

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

Walk 73 meters straight to the northeast.

Walk north for 24 meters and then turn right.

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

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

Walk west and pass the Outer Jinshui Bridge (on your right), then turn right.

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

Walk straight north for 12 meters.

Walk north for 24 meters and turn right.

Walk 89 meters to the east and then turn left.

Walk 149 meters west and then turn right.

Walk straight north for 24 meters.

Walk straight north for 18 meters.

Walk west for 53 meters and then turn right.

Walk 73 meters north, then turn left.