The building is made of wood and is of 36 meters high. It was built in 1384 to provide an alert of attacks by rival rulers. The visit to the site is quick. The views from the surrounding balcony are best. The tower has been moved 1 km east of the original site.
The Drum Tower was originally built in the Yingxiang Temple, situated at the junction of West Street and Calle Guangji. In 1582 it was moved to its current location. It is a building with two floors. You can go upstairs and enjoy the view, looking out over the different neighborhoods. Inside the Drum Tower there is a museum about the drum. In addition, you can enjoy exhibitions on how to play the drums.
