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Xi'an is the oldest of China's Four Great Ancient Capitals, serving as the capital city
+ of 13 dynasties spreading intermittently across a 1,100-year period from 221 BC. It is often called the
+ birthplace of Chinese civilization.
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Xi'an was the eastern terminus of the Silk Road, and played a very important part in Chinese history.
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Xi'an is characterized by and is proud of its ancient heritage, such as the world-renowned Terracotta Army. A visit to Xi'an
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See Xi'an Facts for
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Where Xi'an Is
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Xi'an is the capital of Shaanxi Province, located in North Central China. It is about 2 hours
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The Features of Xi'an
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+ - Xi'an is one of the four Chinese capitals of the world's ancient civilizations, with
+ a history of over 3,000 years. Read more about the History of Xi'an.
+ - Xi'an boasts numerous historical sites and cultural relics, including 72 imperial tombs
+ and over 700 historical sites from ancient pagodas to the city wall. Six of them were inscribed on the
+ World Heritage List, including the Terracotta Warriors and Horses and Big
+ Wild Goose Pagoda.
+ - As famous as its cultural heritage, the variety of local snacks is another feature of
+ Xi'an. It is said that there are over 1,000 kinds of snacks in Xi’an.
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+ 144-hour visa-free transit policy makes Xi'an a more convenient destination.
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Top Things to Do in Xi'an
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Xi'an is a melting pot of cultures and religions. It offers countless things to do and see.
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+ - Witness the most significant archeological excavation of the 20th century — the Terracotta
+ Warriors and Horses, accompanied by an expert guide.
+ - Stroll or cycle on the ancient City
+ Wall for a nice view of Xi'an city.
+ - Have a pleasant stroll to taste local snacks and buy souvenirs at the Muslim
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+ - Pay a visit to Shaanxi History Museum to discover the culture and history of China.
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The Best Times to Visit Xi'an
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The best time to visit Xi'an is in spring and autumn when the weather is cool but not too
+ cold. The rainy season occurs from July to September, although there isn't much rain.
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Try to avoid the Labor Day holiday (May 1–3) and the National Day holiday (October
+ 1–7) when all tourist sites are crowded with Chinese people.
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Our Most Popular Xi'an Tours
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Tour Xi'an with China Highlights.
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Xi'an, one of the most popular tourist destinations in China, attracts visitors with its rich
+ historical and cultural heritage. It is always put into the itinerary of first-time visitors to
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