The photographer stands at a lower position in front of the drum tower, using a low-angle shot to highlight the towering feeling of the architecture. A centered composition is used, placing the main body of the drum tower in the center of the frame, with symmetrical left and right sides to showcase the solemn beauty of the ancient architecture. The view includes the full appearance of the building and a dark night sky background, highlighting the eaves and details illuminated by the lights.

Travel Tips:
① Ticket Price: Free, 30 for climbing the tower, 50 for a combined ticket;
② Opening Hours: 08:00-18:00.

Xi’an Drum Tower – “Wenwu Shengdi” Plaque & Night View

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80 meters East of the intersection of West Street and Beiyuanmen, Lianhu District, Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province

Photography Tips

The photographer stands at a lower position in front of the drum tower, using a low-angle shot to highlight the towering feeling of the architecture. A centered composition is used, placing the main body of the drum tower in the center of the frame, with symmetrical left and right sides to showcase the solemn beauty of the ancient architecture. The view includes the full appearance of the building and a dark night sky background, highlighting the eaves and details illuminated by the lights. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: Free, 30 for climbing the tower, 50 for a combined ticket; ② Opening Hours: 08:00-18:00.

Walking Guide

Walk 20 meters east along West Street and then turn left ahead.

Take the Subway Line 6 to Guangji Street Station and exit from Exit D2.

Walk 13 meters south and turn left.

Walk 26 meters north to reach the destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk 26 meters north to reach the destination.

Walk 71 meters east and turn left.

Walk 38 meters to the northeast, then head diagonally to the right.

Walk east along the auxiliary road of West Street, pass by the Yukai Convenience Store on the right, and then walk straight ahead to the left.