Ancient Xi'an

Capital of Shaanxi Province
Famous Archaeological Findings
City Flower: Pomegranate
Area: 2,295 sq km
Population: 6.48 million

Of all the cities on the Golden Route, Xi'an most vividly illustrates the continuity of China's long civilization. Once the largest city in the world and capital for 11 dynasties, Xi'an is a favorite destination for travelers to China, due, in no small part, to the 1974 discovery of 6,000 life-sized terracotta soldiers warriors and horses which had been created over 2,200 years ago to guard the tomb of the first emperor Qin Shihuang of the Qin Dynasty. The beginnings of Xi'an are at Banpo, where the remains of a Neolithic village dating back some 8,000 years, are now on display. Other superb sights to see include the Big and Little Wild Goose pagodas, the Bell and Drum towers, the City Wall and the impressive Great Mosque.

SIGHTSEEING HIGHLIGHTS

Full-day East Line Tour
This full day tour includes visits to the Terracotta Museum, Huaqing Hot Spring, Banpo Museum, Forest of Stone Tablets and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda.

Full-day West Line Tour
This full day tour includes visits to the City Wall, Qianling Tomb, Zhaoling Tombs and an embroidery factory.