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Creative photography adds more fun to moon-gazing tradition

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A full moon is seen rising over the roof of Wanchun Pavilion on Jingshan Hill, the highest point of the Beijing Central Axis. /CFP
A full moon is seen rising over the roof of Wanchun Pavilion on Jingshan Hill, the highest point of the Beijing Central Axis. /CFP

A full moon is seen rising over the roof of Wanchun Pavilion on Jingshan Hill, the highest point of the Beijing Central Axis. /CFP

A paraglider and a full moon are captured in unison in this creative photograph. /CFP
A paraglider and a full moon are captured in unison in this creative photograph. /CFP

A paraglider and a full moon are captured in unison in this creative photograph. /CFP

The moon is seen rising over the horizon above the head of a dragon statue at a Buddhist temple in Bangkok. /CFP
The moon is seen rising over the horizon above the head of a dragon statue at a Buddhist temple in Bangkok. /CFP

The moon is seen rising over the horizon above the head of a dragon statue at a Buddhist temple in Bangkok. /CFP

The shadow of a man holding a stick is seen in front of a supermoon in Turkey's Van. /CFP
The shadow of a man holding a stick is seen in front of a supermoon in Turkey's Van. /CFP

The shadow of a man holding a stick is seen in front of a supermoon in Turkey's Van. /CFP

Moon gazing is often one of the must-do activities during the Mid-Autumn Festival. Nowadays, both experienced photographers and amateur enthusiasts can grab their cameras to capture captivating views of the full moon during this special occasion, adding a modern twist to the ancient tradition. And in some places, a bright round "supermoon" will also be visible to the naked eye. This occurs when a full moon coincides with the moon's closest approach to Earth in its orbit, known as perigee. This causes the moon to appear larger and brighter than usual, making it a fantastic subject for awe-inspiring photography. 

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