Originally constructed during the Yuan Dynasty, the Bell and Drum Towers in Beijing have been the time-telling center during the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. These towers beautifully mirror each other, standing proudly at the northern tip of Beijing's central axis. Let's follow the lens and visit the Bell and Drum Towers to experience their unique charm!

The Bell Tower [Photo by Andrés Moreno from Peru]

View of the Drum Tower from the Bell Tower [Photo by Andrés Moreno from Peru]

The time-telling bronze bell on the Bell Tower [Photo by Andrés Moreno from Peru]