Xi'an travel guide

Xian is the capital city of the Shaanxi Province, central China. Extremely famous as one of Chinas major attraction, this literally Western Peace also called Changan (长安) in ancient times is known as one of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China. Filled with numerous scenic, historical and cultural sights, Xian is one of the jewels of the country and a high tourist city of international influence. The city lies in the Guanzhong Plain of central China, in the fertile Wei River valley bordered by the Qinling Mountains, natural and strategical defensive asset. Xian enjoys a monsoon semi-arid climate, spring and autumn are the two best seasons for tourism. Standing as one of the epicentres of early Chinese civilization, Xian flourishes with remnants of this great ancient past everywhere: Terracotta Army, Bell Tower, Ancient City Wall, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, etc This Natural History Museum of China is one of the best highlights of the country together with Beijing, Shanghai and Guilin. Travelers would be surprised by the rectangular shape of the city which makes any walk and journey really easy. Travelling here for 2 days or more, Xian will welcome you and fill your cu... More information about Xi'an »
Top Attractions in Xi'an

The Terracotta Army and Horses
One of the most significant archeological excavations and a UNESCO protected human masterpiece, the Terracotta Army is the buried army replica of the First Emperor of China-Qinshihuang. Representing the military power, these life-size figures are impressive by their size, number and detailed looking.

Bell Tower
Originally built in 1384 in Ming Dynasty, the Bell Tower was moved some 1000 meters eastwards to present site in 1582. For hundreds of years the bell hanging on the Bell Tower functioned as an appliance for time service and alarm and is the biggest and best-preserved bell in China today.
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