Sitting atop Snake Hill, the numerously reconstructed Yellow Crane Tower, initially built around 220 AD, is Wuhan's most famous attraction. From the outside, the structure appears traditional, but if you peek inside, the 1980s elevator belies its modernity. Mao is said to have ascended the tower in 1927 to view the Yangtze River.

This modern Qing style Tower is a reproduction of a Temple that was originally situated 1km from the  present location destroyed by fire in 1884. Despite the fact that this is not an important historical relic, many poets and artists over the years have reportedly found inspiration in this impressive monument.

The Tower is 50 meters high with five stories stretching upwards from the ground. The roof of the structure is covered with thousands of tiny tiles glazed in gold. Frescos decorate the walls and the entire construction is hung together with red auspicious columns.