The drum tower was originally built in 1272 and reconstructed at a new location in 1800

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Hutongs, Drum and Bell Towers, Cooking Class

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To experience real authentic Beijing life, there is no better way than to spend the day in Beijing’s...

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Beijing Past and Present with Olympic Park and Hutong Tour

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... the most well preserved sites of old Beijing the Drum and Bell Towers and the imperial gardens at Prince Gongs mansion.

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The Central Axis of Beijing Full-day Tour

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... Jingshan Park and the Hutongs near The Drum and Bell Towers. You will enjoy an overview of some of Beijing top sights a...

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Beijing Past and Present Private Tour with Olympic Park and Hutong Tour

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...eijings Olympic Park. Later we will visit some of the most well preserved sites of old Beijing the Drum and Bell Towers.

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Drum and Bell Towers, Beijing

The drum tower was originally built in 1272 and reconstructed at a new location in 1800.

The drum tower was originally built in 1272 and reconstructed at a new location in 1800. The bell tower is build around 1700. Being situated straight north from the Forbidden City, Tiananmen and Qianmen Street, they are on the central north-south axis of Beijing. Originally, the towers were used to play music and later on to tell the Beijingers the time. Now they houses a 63-ton ancient copper bell and a number of ancient/replica drums. Free guides start tours at specific times, and the Drum Tower also has performances every hour or so (usually around half-past). There are great views from the top of the towers, but be prepared to hike up the 60+ (very steep!) steps.


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