Linfen Drum Tower
临汾鼓楼
An ancient drum tower in central Linfen with a cross-shaped arched gate at its base. Known as the 'First Tower under Heaven,' it is lit up at night.
The Linfen Drum Tower stands at the junction of the North, South, East, and West Streets in the city center. It was first built during the Northern Wei dynasty, and the current tower is a reconstruction. The base has a cross-shaped arched gate running through its center, and plaques on the four sides carry inscriptions such as 'Dong Lin Lei Huo' and 'Xi Da He Fen.' The tall, imposing tower is known as the 'First Tower under Heaven.' The surrounding old town is a commercial district. The tower is especially good for photos after dark, when it is lit up, and nearby you can find local snacks such as beef meatball noodles. You can see the exterior at any time of day, but access to the top depends on whether it is open that day.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Dayun Temple (Iron Buddha Temple)
- Linfen Museum
- Temple of Emperor Yao & Huamen Gate
- Dongyang Houtu Temple
- Guye Mountain & Xiandonggou
- Niuwang Temple Stage at Weicun
- Taosi Site
- Su San Prison (Hongdong Ming Yamen)