Changdeokgung Palace Red Plum Photo Guide｜Hidden Spots to Avoid Crowds

🌸 Changdeokgung Palace Red Plum Photo Guide｜Secret Spots to Avoid Crowds ### Best Time to Visit ⏰ March 20–30 (peak bloom) 🌅 Arrive at 7:30 am on a working day | On weekends, it is recommended to shoot 1 hour before closing time ### 🚪 Secret Spots 1️⃣ Square Window Silhouette Wall 🔸 After entering through the "Sungkyunkwan University Gate," turn right and walk through the bamboo forest to see the blue-tiled square window building. 🔸 Composition formula: The subject should stand close to the inside of the window frame. The photographer should take 3 steps back and squat down, using the window lattice to frame the shot (use 3x zoom on your phone). 2️⃣ West Wall Plum Blossom Tunnel 🔸 Walk in the opposite direction of the crowd from the main hall, about 200 meters along the west palace wall. 🔸 Low-angle shot: Place the camera on the ground + wide-angle mode. The red plum branches and palace tiles form a natural frame. ### 📸 Tips for Avoiding Crowds ✔️ Bring a foldable reflector (for fill light and to block tourists in the background) ✔️ Wear light-colored clothing and hold a traditional fan/oil-paper umbrella to add movement to the picture. ✔️ Turn on portrait mode on your phone to blur the background crowd. ### ⚠️ Important Reminders ❌ Tripods/drones are prohibited. ❌ Tour groups gather between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm, so avoid these times! ✅ Bring a 500 won coin for lockers (for easier shooting)