Routes

Appreciate the order of the Central Axis

Royal

Best Time:
All year round
Recommended:
3 days
Admission:
800-1500 RMB 800-1500 RMB

Features

Step into the Bell and Drum Towers on the Beijing Central Axis, and explore the profound philosophy of "evening drums and morning bells" in the echoes of the bells and drums. Experience the order, magnificence, and solemnity of the ancient ideal capital of China, and understand the continuity and diversity of Chinese civilization. Visit the Yuan Dynasty Capital Site Park, which was once the location of the Yuan Dynasty's capital city. The historical relics and cultural landscapes in the park still reflect the glory of the Yuan Dynasty. The Inner Mongolia Yuan Site of Xanadu is the earliest, longest-lasting, most unique, and best-preserved site among the series of capital cities in the Yuan Dynasty, reflecting the essence of the combination of agricultural civilization and nomadic culture.

Bell Tower
Drum Tower

Stop 1 Bell Tower

The Bell Tower was an urban management facility telling time duringthe Ming and Qing dynasties. Is part of Bell and Drum Towers

Tickets:

10 RMB

Address:

Zhonglouwan, Dongcheng, Beijing

Highlights:

The Bell Tower is a brick-and-stone structure. The roof of first level is open toconnect the upper floor to enhance the acoustic effect of the bell. The tower is3 bays wide and deep and covered with a double-eave gable-and-hip roof ofblack glazed tiles (the black color symbolizes the north in Chinese culture).with green glazed tiles on the ridges and eave edges

Stop 2 Drum Tower

Like the Bell Tower, the Drum Tower was also a time-keeping facilityduring the Ming and Qing dynasties. Is part of Bell and Drum Towers

Tickets:

10 RMB

Address:

No.9 Zhongliuwan Hutong, Dongcheng

Highlights:

The Drum Tower is a five-bay-wide structure covered with a three-layereddouble-eave gable-and-hip roof of gray tiles, with green glazed tiles on theridges and eave edges. Inside the existing tower is a huge drum and drumbeating performances are presented on a regular basis.

Site of Xanadu

Stop 1 Site of Xanadu

Located in Beijing and is an area of great historical and cultural value.

Tickets:

40 RMB

Address:

Zhenglanqi,Xilinguolemeng, Neimenggu

Highlights:

Located in Beijing and is an area of great historical and cultural value. The park preserves the city ruins from the Yuan Dynasty, showcasing the glorious history of the Yuan capital. It is not only a great place to visit, but also an important location for studying the history and culture of the Yuan Dynasty. The park's design combines natural landscapes with historical relics. Visitors can stroll through the ancient city wall ruins and admire the ancient architecture. There are multiple paths... View attractions guide