It is recommended to use a telephoto lens for shooting, with an upward angle, focusing on the details of the blue glazed roof tiles and ridge beasts. Position the ridge beast on the left side of the frame, and include the tile ends, ridge beast, and sky background. This will create a simple yet prominent texture of the blue glazed tiles and the details of the ancient architecture. Travel Tip: The entrance fee is 15 RMB.

Temple of Heaven Park - Blue Glazed Tile Eaves and Roof Beasts

The photographer uses a foreground and background composition, with red pillars in the foreground. The model stands sideways against the pillar, holding a circular fan and smiling gently. In the background, the Forbidden City’s palace architecture is captured. The model is positioned at the left one-third of the frame, while the pillar is at the right edge. The shot is taken from a level angle to enhance the depth and classical atmosphere of the image. It is recommended to use a wide-angle lens to further enhance the depth and classical ambiance.

The Forbidden City - Take a photo with the red pillars and palace architecture.

The photographer shoots from a side-front position at eye level. Using center composition, the person sitting by the window is placed at the center of the frame, becoming the focal point. Travel Tips: Opening Hours: 12:00-14:00, 17:30-21:00. Best Shooting Time: 13:00-14:00.

Saffron Restaurant in Beijing - Second Floor Windows

Photo by Temple of Heaven Park - Take a photo with the stone archway and stone wall

Temple of Heaven Park - Take a photo with the stone archway and stone wall

Shooting Tips: Have the model stand at the entrance of the saffron shop, with the sunshade cloth as the center, guiding the model to stand in the middle of the sunshade cloth. The photographer should stand 1.5 meters directly in front of the model, using a centered composition to place the model in the center of the frame. Outfit Suggestions: Minimalist and sophisticated / Vintage and artistic. Shooting Time: Around 18:30. Shooting Equipment: Fuji XT30II + XF18-55mm lens.

Saffron (Dongcheng Store) - Red Sunshade Cloth Outside the Store

Using the window panes as a framing device, the photographer shoots from inside the room, with the model standing in the center of the frame, hands resting on the railing, looking out into the courtyard. The composition includes the foreground window panes, the mid-ground figure and courtyard greenery, and the background red wall and distant buildings, enhancing the sense of depth and highlighting the classical atmosphere and spatial perspective. Travel Tips: ① Admission Price: 60 RMB per person, advance booking required 7 days prior, tickets go on sale daily at 20:00. ② Opening Hours: From April 1 to October 31, Tuesday to Sunday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM; From November 1 to March 31 of the following year, Tuesday to Sunday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Closed on Mondays (except holidays).

The Forbidden City - take a group photo with the door frame, red walls, green trees, and distant buildings in the background.

Photo by Temple of Heaven - Stone Pavilion and Railings

Temple of Heaven - Stone Pavilion and Railings

Centered on the stone arch, the surrounding greenery and rocks naturally form a frame, highlighting the classical charm. The photographer stands at the center of the stone path and takes a level shot to ensure the arch is vertically centered. The frame should include the entire arch, the greenery and flowers on both sides, and the stone path in front, with a clear blue sky in the background to enhance the sense of transparency. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 60 RMB; free for minors (appointment required); ② Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM).

The Palace Museum - Stone Archways, Flagstone Paths, and Greenery with Flowers

Photo by The Temple of Heaven - Framed with Red Walls and Green Trees

The Temple of Heaven - Framed with Red Walls and Green Trees

Using a symmetrical composition, the red wall and its reflection in the water create a balanced and aesthetically pleasing image. The photographer shoots from a low angle on the moat bank, ensuring the top of the red wall and the blue sky are both captured. The frame includes the entire red wall, its reflection in the water, and the sky above, encompassing a wide scene that emphasizes the wall's expansive feel and the tranquil atmosphere of the reflection. Travel Tip: Admission is 60 yuan.

The Forbidden City - Capture the red walls, the moat, greenery, and the reflection on the water.