The photographer stands slightly above the model, who is positioned at the center of the frame to highlight the details of the traditional costume. The composition should include the carved stone railing in the foreground and blend in elements of the ancient architecture of the Forbidden City in the background to enhance the scene's atmosphere. The model sits gracefully on the railing, hands folded neatly on her lap, adopting a dignified and natural posture. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 60 RMB per person; ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.

Beijing's Forbidden City - Taking a Photo with the Stone Balustrade Stairs and Ancient Architecture

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

Photography Tips

The photographer stands slightly above the model, who is positioned at the center of the frame to highlight the details of the traditional costume. The composition should include the carved stone railing in the foreground and blend in elements of the ancient architecture of the Forbidden City in the background to enhance the scene's atmosphere. The model sits gracefully on the railing, hands folded neatly on her lap, adopting a dignified and natural posture. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 60 RMB per person; ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.

Walking Guide

Walk north and pass the East Gate of Qiongyuan (on your right), then turn left.

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

Walk 12 meters to the east and then turn left.

Walk north to the Meridian Gate of the Palace Museum and then continue straight.

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

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 north to the China Art Museum’s Cultural and Creative Center (on your right) and then turn left.

Walk west along Wusi Avenue and, after passing the Donghua Gate Street Environmental Protection Office on your left, turn slightly left and continue.

Walk north past the Palace Museum Cultural Center (on your right) to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk north past the Palace Museum Cultural Center (on your right) to reach your destination.

Walk north for 24 meters and then turn right.

Walk west along Donghuamen Road for 79 meters, then turn right.

Walk west along Donghua Street to the Donghua Gate of the Palace Museum (on your left), then turn left.

Walk southwest along Wusi Avenue and turn left after passing the Yun Gong Xuan Ancient Costume Experience Hall on your right.

Walk south along North Rive Street until you reach Beijing Daoxiangcun (on your left), then turn right.

Take the Subway Line 8 to China Art Museum Station and exit from the D2 Southwest Exit.

Walk 11 meters west, then turn right.

Walk straight for 51 meters to the north.

Walk north to the Palace Museum Chinese Character Pavilion (on your right) and then continue straight.

Walk straight north for 23 meters.

Walk straight north for 11 meters.

Walk straight for 66 meters to the north.

Walk 24 meters north, then continue straight.

Walk straight north for 12 meters.

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

Walk west to the Palace Museum Store (on your left) and then turn right.

Walk 73 meters northeast, then continue straight.

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

Walk 73 meters north and then turn right.