Xi’an Shaanxi Province
 The city of Xi’an, otherwise Chang’an (ever-lasting peace) in ancient times and situated
in the middle of Guandong Plain, is the capita of Shaanxi Province. With the Qingling
Mountains to the south and the Weihe River to the north, it is in a favorable geographical
location surrounded by water and hills.
Xi’an is a noted city and was one of the oldest cities, it is one of the birthplaces of ancient
civilization in the Yellow River Basin area of the country. Beginning in 1126 B.C., the
Western Zhou, the Qin, the Western Han, the Sui and the Tang, all together 12 dynasties,
set up their capitals in Xi’an for more than 1000 years. So , there are many cultural relics
and historic sites both on and under the ground.
The Museum of Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses is praised as “the eighth major miracle of the world”, and the Mausoleum of
Emperor Qin Shi Huang is listed on the World Heritage
List. City Wall, Forest of Stone Steles, Famen Temple and Banpo Village Remains are also fabulous cultural and historical sites. And of
course, the natural landscape around Xi’an is also marvelous, such as Mt. Huashan.
Praised as its superior geographical location and the convenient transportation, Xi’an will be the first choice to stay for any travelers.
And Xi’an is called “the capital of table delicacies”, it is rich in the delicious Shaanxi snack, the most famous and popular place for
you to try them is the Muslim Snack Street. The night life in Xi’an has a unique glamour, you can enjoy the Tang Dynasty Dinner Show,
watching the night scenery around the Bell Tower and the music fountain performance. Any experience in this ancient city will bring you
surprise.
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