As a special symbol of Wuhan City, the Yellow Crane Tower is closely associated with its natural surroundings. In other words, the beauty of the tower is inseparable from its natural environment. The reconstruction of Yellow Crane Tower is designed base on the prototype of tower which was built within the reign of Emperor Tongzhi, Qing Dynasty. The physical appearance, height and colors of the tower have been adjusted in accordance with the modern artistic while maintaining its graceful shape and distinctive characteristics.
The newly constructed Yellow Crane Tower faces the west overlooking Yangtze River. It is built with over 50 meters height which is 20 meters higher than the tower built in Qing Dynasty. The first, second and third floor of the tower are having the same size and goes upward directly in order to remain the characteristics of the external form of the tower in Qing Dynasty. Anyway, an external corridor where you can look far into the distance is constructed additionally in order to meet the needs of tourism. The fourth floor of the tower completely retains that Qing Characteristics. Twice time higher than its former bronze model, the precious top of the tower is designed with a lotus leaf shape basement and colored glazed bottle gourd.