Xi'an

Xi'an, located in the central part of Shaanxi Province in China, is one of the most historically significant ancient capitals and a cradle of Chinese civilization. As one of the thirteen dynastic capitals, Xi’an boasts over 3,100 years of city history and more than 1,100 years as a capital. It was the starting point of the Silk Road and a core hub of cultural exchange between East and West in ancient times. Renowned as a “natural history museum,” Xi’an represents the essence of cultural confidence in China.

The most famous landmark in Xi’an is the Terracotta Army of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, one of the Eight Wonders of the World, showcasing the peak of ancient Chinese military and sculptural art, and attracting countless visitors from around the globe. Inside the city, the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, Small Wild Goose Pagoda, Bell Tower, Drum Tower, and the well-preserved Ming Dynasty city wall form the historical skeleton of the city, transporting visitors back in time to the grandeur of the Tang Dynasty. To the south lies Mount Zhongnan, often shrouded in mist, a sacred Taoist site since ancient times, steeped in cultural significance.

As a capital of gastronomy, Xi’an’s culinary culture is equally renowned. Xi’an offers an endless variety of local snacks, such as  Roujiamo ,  Liangpi ,  Yangrou Paomo , and soup dumplings, each showcasing the unique fusion of Han and Muslim culinary traditions. Xi’an’s cuisine not only delights the taste buds but also tells the story of the city’s ethnic integration and historical evolution. These dishes embody the unique blend of Han and Muslim culinary traditions and reflect the city's history of ethnic integration and cultural evolution.

Today, Xi’an is not only a key economic, educational, and technological center in western China, but also an essential city in China’s Belt and Road Initiative. While preserving the charm of an ancient capital, it is steadily advancing toward modernization and globalization. From Qujiang New District and Daming Palace National Heritage Park to the High-Tech Development Zone, the coexistence of past and present is vividly apparent. With its profound cultural heritage, dynamic urban rhythm, and growing international influence, Xi’an continues to be a city of aspiration for both travelers and scholars around the world.

The Terra Cotta Warriors

The Terra Cotta Warriors, namely the Terra Cotta Warriors in the the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor, also referred to as the Terra Cotta Warriors or the Terracotta Warriors, are the first batch of national key cultural relics protection units and the first batch of Chinese world heritage sites. They are located in the Terra Cotta Warriors pit 1.5 kilometers east of the the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor in Lintong District, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province. Terra Cotta Warriors is a category of ancient tomb sculptures. In ancient times, human sacrifice was practiced, and slaves were considered as accessories of the slave owner during their lifetime. After the slave owner's death, the slaves were buried as sacrificial objects with the slave owner. The Terra Cotta Warriors are burial objects in the shape of soldiers and horses (chariots, horses, soldiers).

On March 4, 1961, the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor was announced by the State Council as one of the first batch of national key cultural relics protection units. In March 1974, the Terra Cotta Warriors were discovered. In 1987, the Mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang and Terracotta Warriors were approved by UNESCO to be included in the The World Heritage List. They were honored as the "eighth wonder of the world". More than 200 foreign heads of state and government visited them successively, becoming a golden card of China's glorious ancient civilization, and also known as one of the world's top ten rare treasures of ancient tombs.

      Xi’an Ancient City Wall

The Xi'an Ming City Wall was built on the basis of the Sui and Tang imperial cities from the seventh to the eleventh year of the Ming Hongwu reign (1374-1378), centered around the "defense" strategic system. The thickness of the wall is greater than its height, and it is as stable as a mountain. The top of the wall can be used for sports and training. Starting from the imperial city of Sui and Tang dynasties, the ancient city wall of Xi'an has a history of more than 1400 years, and from the expansion of the imperial city in the early Ming dynasty, it has a history of more than 600 years. It is one of the most well preserved ancient city wall buildings in China.

Dayan Pagoda

The Dayan Pagoda, also known as the Ci'en Temple Pagoda, is located in Jinchangfang, Chang'an City (now Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province) during the Tang Dynasty. In the third year of the Yonghui reign of the Tang Dynasty (652 AD), Xuanzang presided over the construction of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda to preserve the Buddhist scriptures and statues brought back to Chang'an via the Silk Road from India. The pagoda originally had five floors, but was later expanded to seven floors during the Chang'an reign of Empress Wu Zetian. Since then, it has maintained its seven story appearance to this day. The height of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda is 64.517 meters, with a bottom side length of 25.5 meters.

The Big Wild Goose Pagoda, as the earliest and largest existing Tang Dynasty brick pagoda in the style of a four sided pavilion, is a typical physical evidence of the architectural form of ancient Indian Buddhist temples that was introduced to the Central Plains with Buddhism and integrated into Chinese culture. It is a landmark building that embodies the wisdom of ancient Chinese laboring people and an important witness to cultural exchanges between the East and the West during the peak of the Silk Road.

Da Tang Everbright City

The Datang Night City is located at the foot of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda in Yanta District, Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province. It is the only large-scale Tang style architectural complex pedestrian street in China with the background of the prosperous Tang culture, and is a landmark scenic spot in Xi'an. The core features are a group of antique style buildings, dazzling night scenes, and cultural experiences. The scenic area starts from the South Square of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda in the north and ends at the ruins of the Tang City Wall in the south, integrating cultural tourism and commercial entertainment. Through the four major squares, five sculpture groups, and immersive activities, it reproduces the atmosphere of the prosperous Tang Dynasty.

Tourists can enjoy magnificent palace dances, taste delicious Tang Dynasty cuisine, and admire various traditional handicrafts. Participate in various interactive activities, such as DIY handicrafts, palace costume photography, etc. The dazzling night view is a major highlight of Datang Night City, bringing visual shock to tourists.

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