When traveling in Beijing, the following taboos should be noted when taking photos in scenic spots:

First, commercial shooting is prohibited

Advertising nature shooting:

Any form of commercial advertising shooting, including product promotion and brand publicity, is prohibited within the scenic area.

Ancient costume commercial photography and travel photography

Scenic spots such as the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven have explicitly prohibited the carrying of a large amount of photography equipment and props for commercial and travel photography of ancient costumes. This includes behaviors such as occupying the road for a long time to apply makeup, change clothes, follow and take photos, and gather.

Second, protect cultural relics and facilities in scenic spots

No touching of cultural relics:

In museums, historical sites and other scenic spots, touching exhibits or cultural relics is strictly prohibited. When taking photos, direct contact with cultural relics should also be avoided to prevent damage.

Flashlights are prohibited.

When shooting cultural relics or artworks, the use of flashlights is strictly prohibited to avoid causing light damage to the relics.

Respect the facilities in the scenic area

Do not climb, step on or carve words on public facilities such as sculptures, buildings and trees in the scenic area. When taking photos, also avoid causing damage to these facilities.

Third, abide by the regulations of the scenic area

Understand the regulations of the scenic area:

Before entering the scenic area, one should carefully read the visiting guidelines or announcements of the scenic area to understand the relevant regulations and prohibited matters regarding taking photos.

Cooperate with the staff:

Follow the management and instructions of the staff in the scenic area. Do not enter the areas where photography is prohibited without permission or take illegal photos.

Fourth, respect others and public order

Avoid influencing others:

When taking photos, be careful not to disturb the normal visit and photo-taking of other tourists, and avoid occupying public areas or shooting positions for a long time.

Keep quiet.

When taking photos in the scenic area, keep quiet and do not make loud noises or generate noise, so as not to affect the experience of other tourists.

Respect local customs

When taking photos in some scenic spots with special cultural significance, one should respect the local customs and beliefs and avoid making inappropriate behaviors or poses.

Fifth, other precautions

Pay attention to personal image:

When taking photos in scenic spots, pay attention to your personal image and behavior. Avoid wearing overly revealing clothes or making indecent gestures.

Protect privacy

When taking photos, it is important to protect others’ privacy and avoid capturing their private information or sensitive images.

Comply with laws and regulations

When taking photos in the scenic area, one should abide by the national laws and regulations as well as the relevant rules of the scenic area, and must not engage in any illegal or non-compliant photography activities.

In summary, when traveling in Beijing, when taking photos in scenic spots, one should abide by the relevant regulations and prohibited items of the scenic spots, respect cultural relics and facilities in the scenic spots, respect others and public order, and at the same time pay attention to personal image and behavior. Only in this way can beautiful photos be taken, and at the same time, it will not cause inconvenience or trouble to the scenic area and other tourists.