3. Bell Tower

Built in 1384 during the early Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), the Bell Tower has become a symbol of Xi'an city and is the best protected of its kind in China. The Bell Tower contains several large bronze-cast bells from the Tang Dynasty (618-907). Due to its old age, there are many legends about this bell tower.

 

Xi'an, one of four great ancient capitals

The Bell Tower is a major attraction of Xi'an city.[Photo by Liu Jiaxin]

 

Xi'an, one of four great ancient capitals

Night view of the Bell Tower.[Photo by Liu Jiaxin]

 

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