Top Attractions in Xian
Top Attractions

Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses
The Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses are the most significant archeological excavations of the 20th century. Work is ongoing at this site, which is around 1.5 kilometers east of EmperorQin Shi Huang's Mausoleum, Lintong County, Shaanxi province. More details

Big Goose Pagoda
As the symbol of the old-line Xi'an, Big Wild Goose Pagoda is a well-preserved ancient building and a holy place for Buddhists. It is located in the southern suburb of Xian City, about 4 kilometers (2.49 miles) from the downtown of the city. More details

Bell Tower
Built in 1384 by Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang, the Bell Tower was used to dominate the surrounding countryside and provide early warning of attack by rival rulers. Now it is a stately traditional building, marking the geographical center of the ancient capital. More details

Xian City Wall
When Zhu Yuanzhang, the first Emperor of the Ming dynasty (1368-1644), captured Huizhou, a hermit named Zhu Sheng admonished him that he should 'built high walls, store abundant food supplies and take time to be an Emperor,' so that he could fortify the city and unify the other states. More details

Xian Muslim Street
Xian Muslim Street is located at the mouth of Qiaozhi on West Street and only 100 metres away from Xian city center. The street was firstly established in the Han Dynasty 1000 years ago and served in ancient times as the starting point of the well-known Silk Road. More details

Shaanxi History Museum
Shaanxi Province is the birthplace of the ancient Chinese civilization. Xian City was the capital city in thirteen dynasties which in total lasted over 1100 years. More details












