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Known as the heart of Chinese history, Xi'an is famous for the magnificent Terracotta Army and as the starting point of the legendary Silk Road. This city is a blend of traditional cultural beauty from 13 dynasties and modern vibrant life. Let's explore this special city with Vietnam Airlines through the article below!
Xi'an is one of the oldest cities in China and served as the ancient capital for 13 dynasties, making it a cornerstone of Chinese history. Located in Shaanxi Province, it was historically the eastern terminus of the Silk Road. Xi'an blends deep history with modern energy, making it a must-visit city for travelers interested in culture, history, and architecture.
As one of the most famous tourist cities in China, visitors can reach Xi’an by various transportations, including:
Airplane and train are the two most popular ways to get to Xi'an.
Visitors can take flight to the Xi’an Xi’an Xianyang International Airport is the one of the largest airport in China and start the journey at Xi’an (Source: Internet)
Similar to other big cities in China, Xi'an has a well-developed public transport system with many options for travelers:
As the capital of 13 Chinese dynasties, Xi'an has many valuable historical and cultural sites. Famous attractions that visitors must not miss include:
Discovered by chance in 1974, the Terracotta Army is one of the most important archaeological discoveries in the world. It is a collection of thousands of life-sized statues of soldiers, horses, and chariots buried with Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China, to protect him in the afterlife.
The Terracotta Army is famous for the large number of statues of soldiers, horses and chariots buried with Emperor Qin Shi Huang (Source: Internet)
With outstanding artistic and military techniques of the Qin dynasty, the Terracotta Army is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors can explore three main excavation pits and admire the diversity and detail of the statues. Pit 1 is the largest and most impressive with the highest number of figures.
Life-sized statues demonstrate the outstanding sculptural talent of the Qin Dynasty (Source: Internet)
This is one of the best-preserved ancient city walls in China, with a circumference of 13.7 km, surrounding the center of Xi'an. It demonstrates the advanced construction skills of the Ming dynasty. Visitors can rent bikes or electric bikes to ride around the wall or walk on sections of it. From the high points of the City Wall, you can see the whole city, especially impressive at sunset.
Standing from the Great Wall, visitors can admire the natural scenery and part of Xi'an city (Source: Internet)
These two Buddhist temples were built during the Tang dynasty and show Xi'an's important role in the flourishing development of Buddhism. The Big Wild Goose Pagoda was built to store Buddhist scriptures brought from India by the monk Xuanzang.
The Big Wild Goose Pagoda is the place to display the Buddhist scriptures that Xuanzang brought from India (Source: Internet)
Visitors can explore the architecture, walk around the square, or climb the pagoda for city views. Near the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, the Xi'an Museum displays artifacts proving the strong Buddhist development here.
Located in the city center, the Drum Tower and Bell Tower are symbols of Xi'an. The Bell Tower was built to signal morning time, while the Drum Tower was used to signal evening. Both structures have beautiful architecture with magical light shows at night, attracting many visitors.
The Drum Tower and the Bell Tower located in the center of Xi’an, which are the symbol architects of this city (Source: Internet)
This is a cultural and entertainment complex built in Tang dynasty style, showing the magnificent beauty of that era. Visitors can explore the palaces, gardens, and lakes, or enjoy impressive music, dance, and drama performances.
Tang Paradise is the complex which is built with the Tang designs with the palace, lake and garden (Source: Internet)
For those who love to learn about the history of China’s 13 dynasties, the Shaanxi History Museum is a must-visit. It is one of the largest museums in China, exhibiting thousands of archaeological and cultural artifacts from prehistoric times to famous dynasties like Zhou, Qin, Han, and Tang.
Shaanxi History Museum is the destination for those who want to explore about the Chinese’s history and culture (Source: Internet)
Visitors can explore exhibits arranged by timeline and admire precious collections such as Buddha statues, ceramics, bronzes, and paintings. Tickets are free but visitors should be booked early and avoid weekends due to crowds.
The artifacts on display at the museum include statues, ceramics, and calligraphy (Source: Internet)
This is a long cultural and entertainment street designed in Tang dynasty style, filled with many shops, restaurants, and cafes. At night, visitors can enjoy light and art shows that recreate the prosperous atmosphere of the Tang era. It is a perfect place for shopping, dining, and enjoying city life at night.
The Grand Tang Mall is the complex of entertainment, attracts visitors in Xi’an (Source: Internet)
The vibrant night life at Grand Tang Mall with many activities like shopping, walking and watching traditional performances (Source: Internet)
Once the largest royal palace of the Tang dynasty, this site has been transformed into a green park in the city center. Visitors can walk or bike around archaeological areas and visit the Daming Museum to learn about the glorious Tang dynasty.
Daming Palace National Heritage Park is the ideal destination for those who want to explore the Tang dynasty (Source: Internet)
For those who love archaeology and calligraphy, the Xi'an Beilin Museum is a must-see. It holds more than 3,000 stone tablets with inscriptions, calligraphy masterpieces, and important historical documents. Visitors can admire the tablets arranged chronologically and learn about different Chinese calligraphy styles.
Xi’an Beilin Museum is the place for those who want to explore the Chinese’s culture (Source: Internet)
The statues display at the Xi’an Beilin Museum (Source: Internet)
As a famous tourist city in China, Xi’an has a well-developed accommodation system with many options for travelers.
The most popular accommodation areas chosen by travelers visiting Xi'an include:
South Gate Area is the suitable area for visitors who want to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere during the trip (Source: Internet)
Xi'an offers a variety of accommodation types to meet all visitors' needs, tastes, and budgets:
To make your trip to Xi'an more enjoyable and convenient, here are some tips:
The fall season in Xi’an with the beautiful landscape of golden leaves (Source: Internet)
For first-time visitors to Xi’an, here is a suggested itinerary by Vietnam Airlines to explore the city fully:
Day
Schedule
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Small Wild Goose Pagoda & Xi’an Museum: Explore this quieter temple and learn about Xi’an’s history in the museum grounds.
Xi’an Beilin Museum (Forest of Stone Steles): Perfect for those who love calligraphy and historical texts.
Xi’an is a city rich in ancient Chinese culture with historical relics that are loved by many tourists. Hopefully with this article from Vietnam Airlines, everyone will have a complete journey to explore this city!
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