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 »