This walled, UNESCO World Heritage Site's clay tiled roofs, majestic bell towers and cobblestone streets exude a romantic Old World aura.

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Further north of Qianmen is a neighborhood called Gulou that is home to the historic Drum and Bell Towers, which have helped Beijing mark the time of day for centuries.

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