The bell and drum tower in Beijing was mainly used to tell the time in ancient times.

in ancient times, the main function of the bell and drum tower was to tell the time and transmit signals. By tapping the bell and drum, people can know the current time accurately, which is very important for the agricultural society.

At the same time, the Bell and Drum Tower is also a tool to convey important information, such as war warning, disaster notification, and activities of the royal court. In addition, the bell and drum tower also has important cultural symbolic significance. In the traditional culture of China, the bell and drum are regarded as a combination of ritual vessels and musical instruments, which can coordinate heaven and earth and communicate with people.

In ancient times, people believed that the sound of bells and drums could resolve disasters and pray for good luck, and it was also an indispensable part of holding various sacrificial ceremonies and celebrations. The bell and drum tower in Beijing has a unique position. This building was built in the Yuan Dynasty and is located in the center of Beijing. It is a building with a series of bell and drum music performances during the court meetings and various ceremonies in the Ming and Qing Dynasties.

Beijing Bell and Drum Tower Tour Guide:

At the top of the Drum Tower is an observation deck, from which you can overlook the whole Beijing city. This is a good place to take photos, because you can see many famous scenic spots in Beijing, such as the Forbidden City and Wangfujing. If the scenery you see from here is a little blurred, don't worry. You can borrow binoculars from the staff in the observation deck for better viewing.

Around the Drum Tower, we can find many famous Beijing snacks, such as Zhajiang Noodles, bean juice, mutton kebabs and so on. These snacks are all the specialties of Beijing, and they taste very good. You can taste delicious food in the stalls near the Drum Tower, or try authentic Beijing cuisine in the surrounding restaurants.

above content reference: Baidu Encyclopedia-Beijing Drum Tower and Bell Tower