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The Best Attractions In Xi'an

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Shaanxi Grand Opera House Xi'an

Muslim Quarter

Xi'an Private One-day Tour Guide Anna

Bronze Statue of Master Xuanzang

Xianyang Museum (Xianyang Bowuguan)

Wolong Temple

Huangcheng Park

Ancient Xi'an Travel

Shu Yuan Men ( Ancient Culture Street)

Lishan Beacon

Zhangxueliang Residence

Mt. Hongqing National Forest Park

Huaqing Palace

Xiangji Temple

Golden Eagle International Mall (high-tech)

Xi'an is the capital of Shaanxi Province, China. A sub-provincial city on the Guanzhong Plain in northwestern China, it is one of the oldest cities in China, and the oldest of the Four Great Ancient Capitals, having held the position under several of the most important dynasties in Chinese history, including Western Zhou, Qin, Western Han, Sui, and Tang. Xi'an is the starting point of the Silk Road and home to the Terracotta Army of Emperor Qin Shi Huang.Since the 1990s, as part of the economic revival of inland China especially for the central and northwest regions, the city of Xi'an has re-emerged as an important cultural, industrial and educational ...
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The Best Attractions In Xi'an

1. The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses Xi An
The Terracotta Army is a collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China. It is a form of funerary art buried with the emperor in 210–209 BCE and whose purpose was to protect the emperor in his afterlife. The figures, dating from approximately the late third century BCE, were discovered in 1974 by local farmers in Lintong District, Xi'an, People's Republic of China, Shaanxi province. The figures vary in height according to their roles, with the tallest being the generals. The figures include warriors, chariots and horses. Estimates from 2007 were that the three pits containing the Terracotta Army held more than 8,000 soldiers, 130 chariots with 520 horses and 150 cavalry horses, the majority of which remained buried in the pits nearby...
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2. Xi'an City Wall (Chengqiang) Xi An
3. Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayanta) Xi An
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda or Big Wild Goose Pagoda , is a Buddhist pagoda located in southern Xi'an, Shaanxi province, China. It was built in 652 during the Tang dynasty and originally had five stories. The structure was rebuilt in 704 during the reign of Empress Wu Zetian, and its exterior brick facade was renovated during the Ming dynasty. One of the pagoda's many functions was to hold sutras and figurines of the Buddha that were brought to China from India by the Buddhist translator and traveler Xuanzang.
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4. Mount Huashan Huayin
Mount Hua is a mountain located near the city of Huayin in Shaanxi province, about 120 kilometres east of Xi'an. It is the western mountain of the Five Great Mountains of China, and has a long history of religious significance. Originally classified as having three peaks, in modern times the mountain is classified as five main peaks, of which the highest is the South Peak at 2,154.9 metres .
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5. Muslim Quarter Xi An
The Xi'an Muslim Quarter, is a relatively large Muslim enclave in Xi’an City, China. The Xi'an Muslim Quarter is located inside the city wall of Xi'an and mainly consists the area bounded by the Xida Avenue, Beiyuan Gate, Hongbu Road, and Zaoci Street. Today, the quarter comprises four neighborhoods, Huajue Xiang, Hongbu Jie, Xuexi Xiang, and Sajin Qiao. According to demographic statistics in 2003, the Muslim population living in the quarter was 32,361, 49.8% of the total Muslim population in Xi'an city. In the past two decades, Xi'an Muslim Quarter has become a well-known tourism site which is famous for its culture and food.
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6. Muslim market Xi An
Islam has been practised in Chinese society for at least 1,400 years. Currently, Muslims are a significant minority group in China, thought to represent 1 to 3% of the total population. Though Hui Muslims are in the majority overall, the greatest concentration of Muslims is in Xinjiang, with the significant Uyghur population there under a concerted state programme of suppression. Lesser but significant populations reside in the regions of Ningxia, Gansu, and Qinghai. Of China's 55 officially recognized minority peoples, ten groups are predominantly Sunni Muslim.
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7. Dayan Tower Cultural and Leisure Scenic Resort Xi An
8. Cuihua Mountain Xi An
9. Xi'an Qujiangchi Site Park Xi An
West Lake is a freshwater lake in Hangzhou, China. It is divided into five sections by three causeways. There are numerous temples, pagodas, gardens, and artificial islands within the lake. West Lake has influenced poets and painters throughout Chinese history for its natural beauty and historic relics, and it has also been among the most important sources of inspiration for Chinese garden designers. It was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2011, described as having influenced garden design in the rest of China as well as Japan and Korea over the centuries and reflecting an idealized fusion between humans and nature.
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10. Xi'an Mosque Xi An
Xi'an is the capital of Shaanxi Province, China. A sub-provincial city on the Guanzhong Plain in northwestern China, it is one of the oldest cities in China, and the oldest of the Four Great Ancient Capitals, having held the position under several of the most important dynasties in Chinese history, including Western Zhou, Qin, Western Han, Sui, and Tang. Xi'an is the starting point of the Silk Road and home to the Terracotta Army of Emperor Qin Shi Huang.Since the 1990s, as part of the economic revival of inland China especially for the central and northwest regions, the city of Xi'an has re-emerged as an important cultural, industrial and educational centre of the central-northwest region, with facilities for research and development, national security and space exploration. Xi'an current...
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11. Tomb of Emperor Jingdi (Hanyangling) Xi An
12. Huangcheng Park Xi An
The Imperial City is a section of the city of Beijing in the Ming and Qing dynasties, with the Forbidden City at its center. It refers to the collection of gardens, shrines, and other service areas between the Forbidden City and the Inner City of ancient Beijing. The Imperial City was surrounded by a wall and accessed through seven gates and it includes historical places such as the Forbidden City, Tiananmen, Zhongnanhai, Beihai Park, Zhongshan Park, Jingshan, Imperial Ancestral Temple, and Xiancantan.
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13. Tang Paradise Xi An
Tang Paradise is a large theme park in the city of Xi'an, in Shaanxi province, People's Republic of China. The park is at or near the site of an earlier garden Furong Garden complex in the city of Chang'an, capital of Tang Dynasty, but consists almost entirely of modern construction. The park features numerous buildings, squares, and gardens, all incorporating features of traditional Tang Chinese architecture, such as eaves and cornices. Some features are named after historical sites or buildings. The park is one of several modern reconstructions of ancient sites in Shaanxi, which involve anachronistic styles and features, most notably the use of wide stretches of concrete surfaces. The setting, a landscaped 165-acre site surrounding a willow-lined lake, captures something of the look and ...
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14. Changan International Mall Xi An
15. Small Goose Pagoda Xi An
The Small Wild Goose Pagoda, sometimes Little Wild Goose Pagoda , is one of two significant pagodas in Xi'an, Shaanxi, China, the site of the old Han and Tang capital Chang'an. The other notable pagoda is the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, originally built in 652 and restored in 704. The Small Wild Goose Pagoda was built between 707–709, during the Tang dynasty under Emperor Zhongzong of Tang . The pagoda stood 45 m until the 1556 Shaanxi earthquake. The earthquake shook the pagoda and damaged it so that it now stands at a height of 43 m with fifteen levels of tiers. The pagoda has a brick frame built around a hollow interior, and its square base and shape reflect the building style of other pagodas from the era.During the Tang Dynasty, the Small Wild Goose Pagoda stood across a street from it...
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Visit Xi'an - Top 10 Sites in Xi'an, China - Terracotta Warriors

The best sites to visit in Xi'an, China. The home of the terracotta warriors or terra cotta army. Truly amazing.
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Exploring Xian, China : Beyond the TerraCotta Warriors

Come with me as I explore the things to do in Xian. Xian is the capital of Shaanxi province. Home of the famed Terracotta Warriors! But there's so much more things to do in Xian. I didn't realise that here you can also hike Mount HuaShan, the most dangerous hike in the world! It's one of the craziest things I've done but so worth it. There's also the Yellow River, Hukou Waterfalls, the Ancient Walled City of Xian, Muslim Quarter, and so much more. Xian is definitely the place to go in China for ancient history and adventure.

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Xian (China) Top Five Attractions

Last month I listed my Top Five foods to try in Xi'an, so this month I'm brining you my recommendation for the top five sites you should see in Xi'an! We've got a lot of things to see, and in the event you don't have two weeks, you might want to narrow down your options. Here's what you should see! Leave a comment if you've got an opinion.

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Best Things To Do in Xi'an , China

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List of Best Things to do in Xi'an , China

The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
TangBo Art Museum
Xi'an City Wall (Chengqiang)
Muslim Quarter
Tomb of Emperor Jingdi (Hanyangling)
Shaanxi History Museum
Xi'an Museum
Dayan Pagoda Northern Square
Xi'an Bell Tower
Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayanta)

20+ Incredible Eats in Xi'an, China

I've been waiting almost 3 years to go to Xi'an, the capital of Shaanxi Province in China.

Why? Because the food there is supposed to be some of the best in the world.

Because of the variety of people, geography, and climate - China's food varies considerably from province to province. Xian is home to many Hui people - a Muslim ethnic minority. The city is considered to be China's start-line of the silk road. Many Arabs settled in the area after coming to trade their wares. They brought with them their food, including many types of bread that weren't previously popular in China. They also bred many sheep for meat, since they don't eat pork (the most popular meat in China). This cuisine adapted over the years, adjusting to Chinese cooking methods, ingredients, and the tastes of the Han people.

Huimen Street, also known as the Xi'an Muslim Quarters is a huge tourist attraction, and it's mostly packed with food. Chinese people love to eat regional specialties and there is plenty of that in Xi'an. But of course, we veered off the beaten path, heading deep into the Muslim quarters where the Hui people actually go to eat. We stuffed ourselves for 3 days, which wasn't nearly enough time to try everything. It was an amazing experience, and Xi'an has become one of my favorite places in China.

The food from the video:
Egg cake - 鸡蛋糕
Grilled Octopus
Crispy Chili Peppers with Peanuts
Braised sheep hooves
Oil Cake - 油饼
Dragon's breath candy - 龙的呼吸
Youcha (a powder used to make a thick soup broth) - 油茶
Osmanthus Cake - 桂花糕
Biang biang noodles
Beef dry noodles - 牛肉干拌面
Bean sauce noodles AKA zhajiang noodles - 炸酱面
Fairy bean cake - 仙豆糕
Sticky cake sweet rice - 镜糕甜饭
Chinese Hamburger AKA rou jia mo - 肉夹馍
Lamb kebabs - 羊肉串
Big plate chicken - 大盘鸡
Crispy beef patties - 香酥牛肉饼
Lamb and Flat Bread Soup AKA Yang Rou Pao Mo - 羊肉泡馍
Sweet pickled garlic - 糖蒜
Sour soup lamb dumplings AKA suantang dumplings - 酸汤饺子
Ding Ding fried noodles - 丁丁炒面

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Visit Xian, China - 5 Things You Will Love & Hate About Xi'an & the Terra Cotta Warriors

The Terra Cotta Warriors, one of the wonders of the world are found in Xi'an one of the ancient capitals of China. One of the best places to visit in China and a must for tourists. Xi'an has so much to see and do and here we give you the best and worst of Xian for tourists and travelers.
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3 Things To Do In Xi’an, China

The Terracotta Warriors, also known as the Terracotta Army is one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of the 20th Century. Built to accompany the first emperor of the Qin Dynasty to the afterlife, these incredible terracotta statures play in important role in Chinese history and are a testament to ancient China.

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The easiest way to visit the Terracotta Warriors / Terracotta Army is to jump on Tourist Bus N5 located near Xi’an Railway Station. The bus journey to the Terracotta Warriors / Terracotta Army takes approximately 1hr. It’s best to get there as early as possible. This is after all, China’s most popular tourist destination. The site itself has three main viewing sites to see the Terracotta Warriors / Terracotta Army and other treasures that have been uncovered during the excavation.

Xi’an City Wall is an incredible sight to behold. The 15km man made wall surrounds the capital of ancient china. When visiting the wall we recommend starting at the South Gate. It’s the most grand of the four major city gates on the wall. You can also hire bicycles or hop in a golf cart to easily get around the wall.

One of the best things we did in Xi’an was not planned. We stumbled across the Yongxing Square Food Street where we smashed plates and made mash potato with a sledge hammer.

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Xi'an Tourist Attractions: 15 Top Places to Visit

Planning to visit Xi'an? Check out our Xi'an Travel Guide video and see top most Tourist Attractions in Xi'an.

Top Places to visit in Xi'an:
The Museum of Qin Terracotta Warriors and Horses, TangBo Art Museum, Xi'an City Wall, Muslim Quarter, Shaanxi History Museum, Xi'an Mosque, Tomb of Emperor Jingdi, Xi'an Museum, Xi'an Bell Tower, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Drum Tower Square, Forest of Stone Steles Museum, Huaqing Palace, Small Goose Pagoda Xi'an, Tang Paradise

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