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Shaanxi · China
Yangling Mausoleum of Han Dynasty
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Xi'an Bell Tower2:20
Welcome to the geographical and spiritual center of one of the world’s most storied cities. You are standing before the Xi'an Bell Tower, a structure that has served as the silent witness to over six centuries of history. …
Listen in the app2The Pedestrian Underpass: A Subterranean Transition2:05
To reach the tower, we must navigate the Zhonglou Underpass. It is a fascinating space where the ancient world meets the efficient infrastructure of the twenty-first century. …
Listen in the app3The Mighty Brick Base: Foundation of the Center2:04
As you emerge from the underpass, you are greeted by the massive square pedestal upon which the Bell Tower sits. This base, or podium, is a staggering piece of engineering. …
Listen in the app4The First Floor Balcony: A Study in Dougong2:13
Step onto the first-floor balcony and look upward. You are now face-to-face with the architectural genius of the Ming Dynasty. …
Listen in the app5The Echo of the Jingyun Bell: Dawn's Sentinel1:58
At the northwest corner of the tower's platform, you will encounter the heavy bronze bell that gives this monument its name. Now, for the discerning historian, there is an important distinction to make. …
Listen in the app6The Museum of Imperial Time: Relics and Art2:02
Step inside the main hall of the tower, and you will find yourself in a space that functions as a small but exquisite museum. The interior is a quiet sanctuary compared to the busy balconies outside. …
Listen in the app7The Panorama of the Four Avenues: A City Laid Out2:03
To truly understand the Bell Tower's significance, you must look outward from its highest accessible point. From here, the entire layout of the ancient city is revealed with mathematical precision. …
Listen in the app8Closing2:02
As our journey through the Bell Tower comes to a close, I encourage you to linger as twilight settles over Xi'an. This is when the tower undergoes its most dramatic transformation. …
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What is Xi'an Bell Tower?
Xi'an Bell Tower is a place in Shaanxi · China with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Shaanxi · China |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 16 min 47 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 34.2596, 108.9468 |
| Last updated |
