Millennium Ancient Capital Xi'an Must-Visit Guide: Dream Back to Chang'an's Stunning Check-in Spots

One glance at a thousand years! The ancient capital of thirteen dynasties is absolutely amazing!

With over 3,100 years of city history and more than 1,100 years as a capital, Xi'an is truly a "natural history museum" and a must-visit spot for culture lovers! Thirteen dynasties including Zhou, Qin, Han, and Tang established their capitals here, making its cultural heritage incredibly rich~🏛️

👇Must-visit Attractions Collection👇

⚔️Terracotta Army of Qin Shi Huang
📍Address: Qinling North Road, Lintong District, Xi'an
⏰Opening Hours: 8:30-18:00 (until 19:00 in peak season)
👉Known as the "Eighth Wonder of the World"! Pit 1 houses 8,000 terracotta warriors and horses. Standing here, you can almost hear the war drums of ancient battles! Highly recommend pairing with the AR experience for an even more immersive visit~

🏰Xi'an City Wall
📍Address: No. 2 South Street, Beilin District, Xi'an
⏰Opening Hours: Yongning Gate 8:00-22:00 (other gates 7:00-20:00)
👉The 13.74 km "time tunnel" is an absolute must-see! Rent a bike 🚴 and ride at dusk for amazing photos! There are also many niche coffee shops under the wall, full of artistic vibes~

🕌Big Wild Goose Pagoda + Tang Paradise
📍Address: Ci'en Road, Yanta District, Xi'an
⏰Opening Hours: Big Wild Goose Pagoda 8:00-17:30 / Tang Paradise open all day
👉Climb the pagoda for daytime views and enjoy the light show at night! Starting at 7 PM every evening, the entire street features the "Flourishing Tang Dynasty Night" holographic projection with stunning dance performances in colorful costumes!💃

♨️Huaqing Palace
📍Address: No. 38 Huaqing Road, Lintong District, Xi'an
⏰Opening Hours: 7:30-18:30
👉The "romantic spot" of Emperor Xuanzong of Tang and Yang Guifei! It’s recommended to combine your visit with the live performance of "The Song of Everlasting Sorrow" for an incredibly immersive experience! Tickets bundled with the show are more cost-effective~

🏛️Shaanxi History Museum
📍Address: No. 91 Xiaozhai East Road, Yanta District, Xi'an
⏰Opening Hours: Closed on Tuesdays, 8:30-18:00
👉Home to 370,000 cultural relics, the "treasures of the museum"! Remember to book free tickets 3 days in advance, and be punctual when tickets are released daily! Highly recommend the bronze artifacts and Tang dynasty tomb murals~

✨New Ways to Play✨
- Must-see live performance of "The Song of Everlasting Sorrow"! Night shows are even more spectacular🌌
- Definitely try Hanfu photo shoots! Many makeup and costume shops near Tang Paradise📸
- Museums offer extended hours in July-August, with fewer visitors at night for a great value!

🍜Foodie Must-Try🍢
- The longest queue at a certain Lao Ma’s Roujiamo on Muslim Street (follow the longest line!)
- Tips for eating Yangrou Paomo: break the bread slowly at the edge of the bowl~🥣
- Carb lovers’ paradise! Biangbiang noodles, gourd chicken, and liangpi (cold noodles) are all on the menu!

🔍Useful Tips
- Best travel time: March-May / September-October
- Transportation: Metro + bus are super convenient, search "Xi'an Electronic Metro Card" on Alipay🚇
- Suggested itinerary: 3 days for city highlights / 5 days for in-depth tour (city + Lintong)

This city of Xi'an carries both profound history and trendy new experiences! Come be a "Tang Dynasty runaway princess/prince" now～👑