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Drum Tower 鼓楼

Introduction Located just south of the Bell Tower, the Drum Tower is similar in size and architectural style. A steep, narrow staircase brings you up to the top floor, where 25 drums are on display – including one original. These include one large drum, representing the year, and 24 smaller Read more…

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Summer Palace 颐和园

Introduction The Summer Palace in Beijing was built as a royal garden for the Qing dynasty emperors and their families to relax, entertain and escape the city during the hottest months of the year. It has in fact been rebuilt several times due to damage by wars and fires, but the architectural Read more…

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