Drum Tower Tourism
Type of destination: Historic site
Ideal visit duration: 1-2 hours
The Drum Tower in Xi'an, located at the heart of this ancient city in Shaanxi Province, stands as a grand testament to China's historical richness. Constructed in 1380 during the early Ming Dynasty, the tower was used to signal the passing of time. The Drum Tower got its name from the large drum located within the building, which was beaten at sunset to indicate the end of the day. Visitors to the Drum Tower can climb to the top to experience panoramic views of the bustling city below while immersing themselves in the history that the structure represents. Intricate carvings and traditional Chinese architecture add to the aesthetical appeal, while the numerous drums on display, including the formidable Jinlong (Golden Dragon) Drum, serve as cultural artifacts. Traditional drum performances often take place at the Drum Tower, providing a captivating glimpse into the musical heritage of China. The tower is part of Xi'an's rich cultural tapestry, which includes the famous Terracotta Army and the ancient city wall, making it an essential stop for history enthusiasts and tourists alike.
Top 5 Reviews on Drum Tower
bcheong
Wrote on 13th Mar, 2024
Symbol of Xian
Not as old as giant goose pagoda, this tower is about 600 years old. Do note it closes at 530pm so don’t arrive too late. You can’t touch most of the drums , but there’s 1 outside you can
dyhx
Wrote on 20th Nov, 2023
Near Bell Tower, can cover both at the same time.
Short walk from Exit 9 of Bell Tower metro station.
The Drum Tower was also used to indicate certain time periods. From opening of the city gate to the closing. "???????????????????". On 2 sides of ..
Jan_Linha_10
Wrote on 21st Aug, 2022
A must see tower with a performance
The drum tower is much better than the bell tower. More things to see, moreover, there is a performance. Several people dressed up in historical robes perform musical performance using only various ki..
ThaiCookingRocks
Wrote on 27th Dec, 2020
More to see than at the Bell Tower
There is much more to see here than there is at the Bell Tower, but its worth doing them both as it helps you imagine being part of Xi'an as a time when drums and bells helped dictate the life of the ..
955luisc
Wrote on 27th Dec, 2020
Good to walk inside.
We went inside as we had some spared time. There are many drums and you can see the Muslim Quarter from above. Also, there's a musical show schedule at different times. That was a really nice surprise..
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