Gulou District (Chinese: 鼓楼区; pinyin: Gǔlóu Qū; lit. 'Drum tower') is one of 11 districts of Nanjing, the capital of Jiangsu province, China. It is named after the Drum Tower of Nanjing (Gulou). Gulou has administrative jurisdiction to 13 subdistricts: In 2013, Xiaguan merged into Gulou gaining six additional subdistricts.

The Drum Tower of Beijing, or Gulou (traditional Chinese: 鼓樓; simplified Chinese: 鼓楼; pinyin: Gǔlóu), is situated at the northern end of the central axis of the Inner City to the north of Di'anmen Street. Originally built for musical reasons, it was later used to announce the time and is now a tourist attraction.

A Gulou (鼓楼) is a drum tower traditionally located in the center of Chinese cities. It may also refer to:

Dec 15, 2024 · The Drum Tower, or Gulou ( 鼓楼）in Chinese, was built during the Yuan Dynasty (1271–1368). It originally served as the city’s central timekeeping station. Drums were used to mark the time of day, an essential function before mechanical clocks became common.

Gulou is considered the most charming area in Beijing. It is home to lakes and hutongs around the Drum Tower and Houhai. It's a unique experience to visit old courtyard houses and mansions.

Aug 2, 2013 · At #8 on our list of Top 10 Places in Beijing is Gulou. This neighborhood centered around the old Drum and Bell Towers is a great place to hang in the 'Jing.

Dec 12, 2024 · The 7.8km long Beijing Central Axis, with the Bell & Drum Towers at its northern end, has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List on July 27, 2024, and has become China's 59th World Heritage Site.

Aug 17, 2024 · Discover essential information about visiting Gulou (Drum Tower) and Zhonglou (Bell Tower) in Beijing, China. Learn about their history, significance, visiting hours, ticket prices, and tips for an unforgettable experience.

Gulou District, also known as Drum Tower District, is a vibrant area in Nanjing, China. It is named after the iconic Drum Tower of Nanjing and is home to the famous Shiziqiao Food Street (Lion Bridge).

Built in 1380 (Ming Dynasty) and renovated twice in Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), the Drum Tower of Xi'an is the biggest among its congeners in China. It faces its "twin" tower – the Bell Tower – at a distance of about 200 meters only in downtown Xi'an.