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Xi'an Bell and Drum Tower

North side of West Main Street, Xincheng District, Xi'an 710015, China
029-87274580
Ranked #18 of 181 attractions in Xi'an
4.0 of 5 stars 188 Reviews
Type: Observation Decks/ Towers
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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Very interesting history and great photo. opportunity. Don't fail to notice the litter bins too.....

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Hong Kong, China
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

just average this kind of architecture is everywhere in China didnt get in because of the pay dont think it worths anyway, for me just take a photo and leave

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

These towers are easy to access from the centre of the city. Well maintained and good photo opportunity. Great views of the city.

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Striking to look at from ground level but not much to see on the interior. If you want a view of the traffic be prepared to pay for it.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

I visited the Bell and Drum tower on a joint entrance ticket for about 80 CNY. It is worth the visit if you want to say you have visited the famous sites in Xi'an, or if it is a particular interest to you, but it does not take long to have a look around. Both the bell and drum tower... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

great night camera shot. 4pm-7pm but to enter its not free!

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

The buildings were in good shape, but the surrounding area has grown with too much modern retail and businesses. They detract from the beauty of the old structures.

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Shanghai, China
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

The ticket includes both towers, if you have a student card you get a discount so don't forget it! The view from both towers is nice and the breeze you feel during the warm nights is very refreshing.

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Shanghai, China
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

Xi'an is a city with an amazing history. As a capital of China 2500 years ago there is a wealth of interesting exploration. The Bell and Drum towers in the centre of city are well worth the visit. But, it is also worthwhile exploring the local markets that are a short walk from this area. The wet markets, as they... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

Most of the old cities in China has a Drum tower it was use to tell the time to the people in town.

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