Nanjing Bell Tower, Bell tower in Xuanwu District, China
The Nanjing Bell Tower rises 14.5 meters high with a pyramidal roof, double eaves, and six sides, featuring a large bell suspended from an iron frame.
The bell tower contains one of the four remaining Ming Dynasty bells, which survived destruction while two other bells from the original structure were lost over time.
The bell tower served as a timekeeping device for local residents, with its sounds reaching distances of up to five kilometers across the city of Nanjing.
Located at the intersection of Zhongyang Road northeast of the Drum Tower, the bell tower stands as part of a protected cultural site in Jiangsu province.
The horizontal bell within the tower remains functional and represents a rare example of Ming Dynasty bronze craftsmanship maintained in its original location.
Location: Xuanwu District
Height: 14.5 m
GPS coordinates: 32.06070,118.77680
Latest update: March 6, 2025 09:29
Presidential Palace of Nanjing
2.3 km
Nanjing Library
2.2 km
Site of Japanese Invasion Troops' Comfort Women Station at Liji Alley, Nanjing
2.6 km
Jiming Temple
1.3 km
Stone City
2.7 km
John Rabe House
1.3 km
Chaotian Palace
2.9 km
Nanjing Great Hall of the People
2 km
Jinling Hotel
1.8 km
Deji Plaza Phase 2
1.9 km
Site of National Central University
1.2 km
原国立中央政治大学门楼
3 km
Drum Tower of Nanjing
9 m
临时政府参议院旧址
1.3 km
Xu Garden
2.3 km
Jiangsu Art Gallery
2 km
Tower of Fowler Biblical School
1.5 km
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
2.2 km
Qingliang Park
2.3 km
Dahua Cinema
2.2 km
梅庵 (南京)
1.4 km
Christ's Church, Mochou Road
1.8 km
New Century Plaza Tower A
2.4 km
Former Residence of He Yingqin
458 m
陈裕光故居
705 m
Christ's Church, Nanjing
1.1 km
Jizhaoying Mosque
1.3 km
Zifeng Tower
230 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes