Southeast Corner Tower
Southeast Corner Tower, Military watchtower in Dongcheng District, China.
The Southeast Corner Tower rises 29 meters above ground level and contains 144 archery windows arranged in a systematic grid pattern.
Built between 1436 and 1439 during the Ming Dynasty, this defensive structure protected the southeast corner of Beijing's inner city walls.
The tower exhibits historical photographs that document the transformation of Beijing's architecture and military defense systems through different periods.
Located near Beijing Railway Station, the tower opens daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and connects to the Ming City Wall Ruins Park.
Russian and American soldiers carved graffiti into the tower's stone walls during their occupation of the structure in the 1900 Boxer Rebellion.
Location: Dongcheng District
Part of: Beijing Ming City Wall Ruins Park
GPS coordinates: 39.90008,116.42918
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:10
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