Life advice: Visit Huaqing Palace before leaving Xi'an.
by MajesticMeadows
Nov 25, 2024
Xi'an, an ancient capital carrying 3,000 years of history
Every relic narrates its glorious past
From the awe-inspiring Terracotta Army to the romantic Huaqing Pool, these are truly unmissable
Exploring Xi'an gives you an immersive feeling of stepping into historical tales!
Must-experience 👇
Emperor Qinshihuang's Terracotta Warriors Museum
📜Story: The Eighth Wonder of the World, a 2,000-year-old "underground army"
🌟Must-do:
Visit Pit 1 (largest scale), Pit 2 (complete military formations), and Pit 3 (command center)
Don't miss!! The bronze chariots and horses exhibition hall - exquisite craftsmanship will amaze you🔍️
Recommended to hire a guide (or rent audio guide) to understand the stories behind, otherwise you're just looking at cold statues
Huaqing Palace (Huaqing Pool)
📜Story: The romantic sanctuary of Emperor Xuanzong and Yang Guifei, also the site of the "Xi'an Incident"
🌟Must-do:
Stroll through Begonia Pool (Yang Guifei's bathing pool) and Lotus Pool (Emperor Xuanzong's imperial pool)
Watch the spectacular evening show "Song of Everlasting Sorrow"🎉
Experience the poignant love story between Li Longji and Yang Yuhuan
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda & Great Tang All Day Mall
📜Story: Where Xuanzang stored Buddhist scriptures after his pilgrimage, now a cultural landmark of Xi'an
🌟Must-do:
Climb the pagoda for panoramic city views (separate ticket required)
Visit Great Tang All Day Mall at dusk with dazzling lights, feeling like traveling back to Tang Dynasty's golden age
Don't miss the popular "Doll Lady" performance and "Treasure Box of Tang Dynasty" show!
Xi'an City Wall
📜Story: China's most complete ancient city wall🧩Experience past-meets-present by cycling
🌟Must-do:
Rent a bicycle (recommended at dusk - cooler with beautiful views)
Enter from Yongning Gate (South Gate) for best photo spots📷
⏰Note: Bike rental closes at 8pm! Plan your time well
Shaanxi History Museum
📜Story: "Pearl of Ancient Capitals, Treasure House of China" - 370,000 artifacts tell Chinese civilization
🌟Must-do:
Book free tickets 3 days in advance via official website/WeChat
Must-see👉Tang Dynasty mural masterpieces
Join the stamp collection activity:
1️⃣ Free stamps: Tourist Service Center (cultural relic themed)
2️⃣ Souvenir shop stamps: Get 3 stamps with purchase
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