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December 13, 2025The Palace Museum in Beijing recently hosted a significant event focused on mobile photography as a catalyst for cultural exchange. On December 9, the “Capture the Splendor of the Forbidden City, Diplomats’ Photography Award Ceremony and Image Sharing Session” gathered over 50 diplomatic envoys from more than 30 embassies, along with renowned photographers and cultural enthusiasts, to celebrate the role of mobile imaging in bridging cultural divides.Part of the 2025 Foreign Diplomats’ Tour of the Forbidden City, the event spotlighted mobile photography as an accessible and impactful medium for capturing the architectural beauty and rich history of the Forbidden City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The event attracted photography lovers and cultural ambassadors, who explored the Forbidden City through the lens of modern mobile imaging technology.Advertisement A Unique Cultural Experience at the Forbidden CityThe event not only highlighted the role of mobile photography in documenting Chinese culture but also provided attendees with a deeper understanding of the Forbidden City’s significance. Over 6,000 photographic works were submitted by diplomats, showcasing the splendor of the Forbidden City from diverse perspectives. These works offered a dynamic and modern interpretation of the palace’s traditional Chinese architecture, creating a vibrant visual narrative of the site’s cultural heritage.A key highlight of the event was the announcement of the Diplomats’ Photography Awards, with the first-place winner, Laura Olivo from the Embassy of the Dominican Republic in China, praised for her stunning capture of the Forbidden City’s beauty using just a mobile phone. The awards showcased how mobile photography can elevate the visitor experience, providing a personal and artistic view of one of China’s most iconic cultural landmarks.Mobile Photography: A Bridge for Cross-Cultural DialogueIn addition to the award ceremony, the Image Art Sharing session featured renowned photographers who discussed how mobile photography can offer a more authentic and accessible perspective of the Forbidden City. Their work emphasized how modern mobile devices can capture real-tim …
