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 Xian (Xi'an), the capital
city of Shaanxi Province, is located in the
western part of Guanzhong Plain, with Weihe
River running to the north. The historical
city of Xian is the largest metropolis in
northwest China, with an area of 9,983 square
kilometers and a population of 6.94 million.
There is also an Islamic element to Xian which
is found in tucked-away mosques which makes Xian
very unique. With world Photo: Qin Shihuang Terracotta Warriors
renowned tourist
attractions in Xian, Shanxi Province, after
Beijing, is the most popular travel destination
in China. This complete travel guide with useful
travel information allows visitors to learn more
about all the places of interest in Xian.
 Known as Chang'an in
ancient China, Xi'an is a world-renowned ancient
capital city. Three thousand year-long history has
left Xi'an a rich legacy of historical sites and
cultural relics whereby this tourist city has
seen the rise and fall of many incredible
Chinese dynasties. All the remarkable monuments
and archaeological sites seen here in Xian
depicts the importance of this city and there
were times when this ancient city stands on the
same level of greatness together with the city
of Rome. The city of Xian has a very unique
rectangular shape filled with streets and
avenues in a tidy grid outline with the middle
section surrounded by city walls and houses the
huge Bell Tower. Most of the main tourists
facilities are located in the central block of
the Xian. However, there are many places of
interest which are seen outside the city central
such as the Shaanxi History Museum, Big Goose
Pagoda (Dayan Ta) in the Monastery of Grace and
Little Goose Pagoda (Xiaoyan Ta) and the Banpo
Neolithic Village. Tourists need to travel farther
away for attractions such as the Photo: Famen Si Xianying City Museum, Famen Si
(Doorway Temple), Tomb of Qin Shihuang and the
Army of Terracotta Warriors located near
Lintong. These attractions in Xian is not to be
miss and must be listed down in your intenary.
 One of the main
reason why Xian has managed to attract million
of visitors here is that Xian is the most intact
ancient city wall in the world with famous
attractions such as the fascinating terracotta
army warriors unearthed from the tomb of the First
Emperor, Qin Shihuang, four ruins of the Zhou,
Qin, Han and Tang dynasties and the Forest of
Steles Museum. Some tourists area worth exploring
include the Afang Palace, Drum Tower, Xian
City Walls, Xian Great Mosque, Muslim Quarter,
Temple of the Eight Immortals (Banxian An),
Huaqing Pool (Huaqing Chi), Mausoleum of
Emperor Qin Shihuang, Lishan Forest Park,
Photo: Huaqing Pool in Xian
Spring Dawn Garden at
Qujiang, Museum of Emperor Qin Shihuang's Terracotta
Warriors and Horses, Grand Buddha Temple (Dafo Si),
Imperial Tombs which include Zhao Tomb, Qian Tomb,
Prince Zhang Huai's Tomb and Mao Tomb seen at
Xianyang.
 Xian's charm is also
added by its three national forest park. Thanks
to its rich tourist resources, Xian, the
starting point of the well known 'Silk Road',
is an ideal travel destination for both local
and foreign tourists. One important thing to
know is that always carry with you a Xian
tourist map as this will make your adventure
much easier and hassle free. More on Xian's
festivals and celebrations, transportation,
hotels, recreation, restaurants, shopping,
travel services, useful telephone numbers and
places of interest can be found below.
Before leaving for Xian, use
this Photo: Bell Tower travel guide to learn more about this city
and write down all the tourists attractions that
you wish to visit since most people found out
that they do not have enough time to see all the
available famous attractions in Xian.
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