Xian Tourist Attractions

Xian Tourist Attractions

Xian is the capital of Shaanxi province, located in the southern part of the Guanzhong Plain. Called Chang'an in ancient times, it obtained its present name in 1369. Xian is one of the birthplaces of the ancient civilization. It stands first on the six largest ancient capitals. Xian is a famous historic and cultural city.

There are many tourist attractions in Xian which include:

The Museum of Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses is praised as 'the eighth marvelous spectacle in the world ', Mausoleum of Emperor Qin Shi Huang is listed on the World Heritage List, and the City Wall of the Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644) is the largest and most intact Ming Dynasty castle in the world. In the city, there is the 3,000 year old Banpo Village Remains of a matriarchal community from the Neolithic Age (approximately from 8000 BC to 5000 BC), and the Forest of Stone Steles that holds 3,000 stone steles of different periods from the Han Dynasty to the Qing Dynasty. Around Xian, the Famen Temple enjoys the reputation of being the 'forefather of pagodas and temples in Central Shaanxi,' because it holds the finger bones of Sakyamuni # the founder of Buddhism. The natural landscape around Xian is also marvelous Mt.Huashan one of the five best-known mountains in China, is famous for its breath-taking cliffs and its unique characteristics.

There are many shopping outlets for locals and tourists alike in Xian. There are many big shopping centers, department stores and supermarkets in and around Xian city.

Xian has a happening Night life. You can go singing in the KTV, hanging out in a bar, or go dancing in a Disco. You can even go the traditional way by strolling on the ancient Big Wild Goose Pagoda Square and watching the music fountain performance.

Xian is also famous for delicacies not just local but even international. Shaanxi snack, delicate Guangdong Cuisine, and popular Sichuan Cuisine such as the hot pot are very famous.