Palace Museum Morning Light Photography Guide: Must-Visit Spots Under the Imperial City Wall

First Ray of Morning Light at the Meridian Gate🌅
The vermilion palace walls paired with the golden sunrise are absolutely stunning!
Every auspicious beast on the eaves is sparkling✨

📸Photography Spots:
1⃣️Directly in front of the Meridian Gate on the central axis
Capture a complete symmetrical composition; recommended to arrive at dawn
2⃣️Right side of the Three Great Halls’ city wall
Overlook the entire Palace Museum panorama; fewer tourists, great for photos
3⃣️Extended section of the Corner Tower
Golden sunlight filtering through layers of eaves creates breathtaking light and shadow

🕙Best Time:
Summer 5:30-7:00 AM
Winter 6:30-8:00 AM
The first Wednesday of each month is free admission day and the most crowded!

📍Specific Address:
No. 4 Jingshan Qian Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing
Tickets: 60 RMB in peak season, 40 RMB in off-season

💡Photography Tips:
Wearing Hanfu or Qipao makes photos stand out
Bring a telephoto lens to capture eave details
Shoot from a low angle looking up to avoid crowds

Post by BollywoodBeats123 | Oct 25, 2025