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Drum Tower Square, Xi'an

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Learn about the history of Chinese drumming at Drum Tower Square. The square’s main attraction is the tower from 1380, built during the Ming dynasty, which holds 24 drums on display. Take a look at various sidewalk music and art performances, or buy a souvenir from the stalls around the site. Take a break in the small flower park, and if you're hungry, buy some food from the vendors on the square. During the night, the whole square comes to life with impressive lighting. Using our online itinerary creator, Xi'an attractions like Drum Tower Square can form part of a personalized travel itinerary.

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• By André K

  The square is dominated by the Drum tower and this adds to its character. The square is beautiful with lots of shops , a park and various decorations. The musical fountain show with its different...  more »

• By Jogger1243

  If you've seen the bell tower.. you can give this one a miss. The bell tower is a bit nicer.. but this is also conveinent and in a nice location  more »

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