Xi'an

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Cradle of Ancient China

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Must-See

The Terracotta Army

Thousands of life-sized clay warriors, each with a unique face, buried to guard China's first emperor for over two millennia.

Must-See

Ancient City Wall

One of the most complete city walls in China, a 14-kilometre rampart you can walk or cycle for sweeping views over old Xi'an.

Temples & Spirituality

Giant Wild Goose Pagoda

A towering Tang-dynasty Buddhist pagoda built to house sacred scriptures, surrounded by gardens and musical fountains.

Food & Drink

Muslim Quarter

A bustling warren of lantern-lit lanes packed with street food, spice stalls, and the historic Great Mosque.

Culture & Heritage

Bell & Drum Towers

Twin Ming-dynasty landmarks at the heart of the city, illuminated each evening above the surrounding plazas.

Culture & Heritage

Huaqing Palace

Imperial hot-spring retreat at the foot of Mount Li, famed for the romance of Emperor Xuanzong and Yang Guifei.

Local Flavors

Roujiamo (Chinese hamburger)

Roujiamo (Chinese hamburger)

Biang biang noodles

Biang biang noodles

Yangrou paomo lamb soup

Yangrou paomo lamb soup

Liangpi cold noodles

Liangpi cold noodles

Soup dumplings

Soup dumplings

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