The historical background and basic current situation of the East Lake Meteorological Tower are as follows:

1. The East Lake Meteorological Tower was built in 1881 AD and was initiated by Liu Kunyi, an official of the Qing Dynasty. The tower is 33.6 meters high and has seven floors. It is a brick and wood structure building. The tower is octagonal, with beautifully decorated exterior and staircases and observation decks inside.

2. The East Lake Meteorological Tower has now become one of the landmark buildings in Wuhan and an important tourist attraction in Wuhan. There is a meteorological museum in the tower, which displays the knowledge and history of meteorological science and attracts many tourists.