Xi'an, the ancient capital of 13 dynasties, is a living museum of China's imperial past and a gateway to the Silk Road. As the eastern terminus of the legendary trade route, it thrives as a dynamic blend of millennia-old history and modern innovation.
Historical & Cultural Treasures: Marvel at the Terracotta Warriors, a UNESCO-listed army of 8,000 life-sized soldiers guarding Emperor Qin Shi Huang's tomb. Cycle atop Xi'an's 14th-century City Wall, the world's largest surviving medieval fortification, or wander the Muslim Quarter's bustling lanes for steamed lamb buns and Tang-era storytelling. Explore the Great Mosque, where Islamic architecture meets Chinese design, and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, storing Buddhist scriptures brought from India. Don't miss the Shaanxi History Museum's treasures, from Neolithic pottery to Tang dynasty gold.
For more information about Xi'an: Xi'an Travel Guide
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