Bell and Drum Tower, Xiangyun

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Bell and Drum Tower, Xiangyun, Cultural heritage site in Xiangyun, China.

The Bell and Drum Tower in Xiangyun stands as a central architectural structure with wooden elements and stone foundations spanning multiple levels.

The tower served as the primary timekeeping center for Xiangyun during the imperial period, marking daily rhythms through bell tolls and drum beats.

Musicians perform traditional compositions inside the tower using bronze bells and stone chimes, continuing centuries-old musical traditions from imperial China.

Visitors enter through the ground level entrance and can climb to upper floors for exhibitions of ancient instruments and panoramic views of Xiangyun.

The tower contains a collection of original bronze bells that produce specific tonal patterns used in ancient Chinese musical compositions.

Location: Xiangcheng

GPS coordinates: 25.47903,100.55594

Latest update: March 4, 2025 10:36

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