西安 (Xi'An)

Xi'an is more than 3,000 years old and was known as Chang'an in ancient times. For 1,000 years, the city was the capital for 13 dynasties, and a total of 73 emperors ruled here. Xi'an is the undisputed root of Chinese civilization having served as the capital city for the Zhou, Qin, Han, Sui and Tang dynasties. With so much history within the ground the city lies upon, it is no wonder that there are so many historical ruins, museums and cultural relics to be found here!

Our Favorites

• Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor (秦始皇兵马俑博物馆)
• Muslim Quarter Street (回坊风情街)
• Xi'an City Wall (西安城墙)
• Giant Wild Goose Pagoda (大雁塔)
• Shaanxi History Museum (陕西历史博物馆)
• Huaqing Pool (华清池)
• Mount Hua (华山)
• Han Yang Ling Mausoleum (汉阳陵博物馆)
• Xi'an Bell Tower (西安钟楼/鼓楼)
• Big Wild Goose Pagoda North Square (大雁塔北广场)