Xi'an
Xi'an is a large city and capital of Shaanxi Province in central China. Once known as Chang'an (Eternal Peace), it marks the Silk Road's eastern end and was home to the Zhou, Qin, Han, and Tang dynasties' ruling houses. At archaeological sites in Xi'an's surrounding plains are the famed Bingmayong (Terracotta Army), thousands of life-size, hand-molded figures buried with China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang.
Top Attractions in Xi'an
Terracotta Army
The Terracotta Army is a collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China. It is a form of funerary art buried with the emperor in 210–209 BCE with the purpose of protecting the emperor in his afterlife.
Ancient City Wall
The Fortifications of Xi'an, also known as Xi'an City Wall, in Xi'an, Shaanxi province, China, are a heritage site located in the central urban area of the city. The fortifications are largely complete, and one of the oldest and best preserved Chinese city walls.
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda is a Buddhist pagoda located in southern Xi'an, Shaanxi province, China. It was built in 652 during the Tang dynasty and originally had five stories. The structure was rebuilt in 704 during the reign of Empress Wu Zetian and its exterior brick facade was renovated during the Ming dynasty.