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Xi'an Eternal Love is calling you – the enchanting Song City awaits!
Xi'an Eternal Love is calling you – the enchanting Song City awaits!
In the Western Zhou Dynasty, Xi'an was known as 'Fenghao,' referring to the twin cities of Fengjing and Haojing built by Kings Wen and Wu of Zhou respectively.
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Summer Vacation After the Pandemic Lockdown: Taking My Child to Xi’an to Experience History
Summer Vacation After the Pandemic Lockdown: Taking My Child to Xi’an to Experience History
2020 was a special year. After being cooped up at home for over half a year, I was still a bit hesitant about whether I could take my daughter on a trip during the summer vacation.
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Shaanxi History Museum: How Ancient is Shaanxi? How Brilliant Were the Han and Tang Dynasties?
Shaanxi History Museum: How Ancient is Shaanxi? How Brilliant Were the Han and Tang Dynasties?
All photos in this article were taken by the author of "Black and White Touch", copyrighted, unauthorized use strictly prohibited! Recommended reading: (Chinese civ
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Tracing the Roots of Chinese Civilization: A Self-Drive Tour [July 4–13, 2020]
Tracing the Roots of Chinese Civilization: A Self-Drive Tour [July 4–13, 2020]
Day 1: 965km & 11 hours, from Hangzhou, Zhejiang to Dengfeng, Henan, our family of four finally...
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Xi’an Daming Palace
Daming Palace — By Ling Dunzhe: I live very close to Daming Palace, so I often take a stroll there after dinner. Nowadays, people go
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Xi’an Travel Guide: How to Make the Most of a Three-Day, Two-Night Trip
Xi’an Travel Guide: How to Make the Most of a Three-Day, Two-Night Trip
As an ancient capital of six dynasties, Xi’an is steeped in history and culture. The recent popularity of the TV series “The Qin Empire” has sparked my interest in Xi’an...
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What You Must Know for a May Day Trip to Xi'an
What You Must Know for a May Day Trip to Xi'an
I've been to Xi'an several times. With the May Day holiday coming up—a whole five days off this year—many friends have asked me for travel recommendations in Xi'an,
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How to Explore Xi'an? Visit Royal Gardens and Trendy Districts with Tiger Sister
How to Explore Xi'an? Visit Royal Gardens and Trendy Districts with Tiger Sister
Terracotta Warriors, roujiamo (Chinese hamburger) — these are probably most people's first impressions of Xi'an. But Xi'an, as the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties, the starting point of the Silk Road,
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Serene Ancient Temple, Millennia-Old Bell: A Dreamy Journey Through the Ancient City
Serene Ancient Temple, Millennia-Old Bell: A Dreamy Journey Through the Ancient City
Xi'an, as the capital of thirteen dynasties, brims with historical and cultural depth. Recently, hit TV dramas 'Nothing Gold Can Stay' and 'White Deer Plain', set against its backdrop, have propelled this ancient city back into the limelight.
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Xi'an: Ancient Charm and Tempting Cuisine
Xi'an: Ancient Charm and Tempting Cuisine
Xi'an, the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties, brimming with millennia of history and culture, perfectly blended with modern civilization. The bustling, dreamlike city of Chang'an never ceases to draw people in to explore.
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Tie Wudang and Ye Hua Mountain in Qinling Zhongnan Mountains: Dreamy Snowscapes and a Haven for Spiritual Seekers, Yet the Summit Eludes Most
Tie Wudang and Ye Hua Mountain in Qinling Zhongnan Mountains: Dreamy Snowscapes and a Haven for Spiritual Seekers, Yet the Summit Eludes Most
Xi’an has only seen one snowfall so far this winter. They say Xi’an turns back into Chang’an when it snows, but many people barely got a chance to enjoy it before the snow melted.
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Where to Go for a Spring Outing? Just One Hour from Xi’an: Taiping Wanhua Mountain, with Verdant Hills, Clear Waters, and Boundless Scenery
Where to Go for a Spring Outing? Just One Hour from Xi’an: Taiping Wanhua Mountain, with Verdant Hills, Clear Waters, and Boundless Scenery
Just over ten kilometers south of Xi’an, there rises a mountain called Nanshan, and Nanshan is none other than the Qinling Mountains! The Qinling chain extends from the Kunlun Mountains to Hebei, stretching over 1,600 kilometers from west to east.
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Body and Soul, One on the Road: My Travelogue (Part 8)
Body and Soul, One on the Road: My Travelogue (Part 8)
I recall the glorious days of Kaiyuan, / When small towns housed ten thousand homes. / Rice was glossy, millet white, / Public and private granaries piled high. / The highways were free of jackals and tigers, / And far...
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2021 Summer Family Travel Guide to Xi'an: High Value on a Budget
2021 Summer Family Travel Guide to Xi'an: High Value on a Budget
Xi'an, the ancient capital of six dynasties, is not only a millennia-old city but also a vibrant modern metropolis. Beyond historical relics, beyond
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Meet Your Best Self on the Road – A 9-Day Trip to Xi'an, Zhangjiajie, Fenghuang, and Changsha
Meet Your Best Self on the Road – A 9-Day Trip to Xi'an, Zhangjiajie, Fenghuang, and Changsha
Recently, I felt trapped in the ‘same day,’ repeating yesterday’s life over and over, troubles coming one after another.
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Xi'an May Day 2021: A Value-Packed 5-Day Family Adventure
Xi'an May Day 2021: A Value-Packed 5-Day Family Adventure
Why Xi'an? As the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties, it's steeped in history. I'm someone who loves history, wandering through old alleys and neighborhoods, and exploring museums.
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Xi'an: A Living History
Xi'an: A Living History
The trip to Xi'an had been in the works for a long time, but with busy work and life constantly getting in the way, it kept being postponed. Originally, the Xi'an trip was going to be during
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2021 Chinese New Year 3-Day Xi’an Family Trip: Budget-Friendly & Convenient Transport Guide
2021 Chinese New Year 3-Day Xi’an Family Trip: Budget-Friendly & Convenient Transport Guide
Xi’an – a city where the wind carries culture and every step walks through history. Xi’an was designated by UNESCO in 1981
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Where to Go for National Day? Autumn Getaway Around Xi'an: A 2-Day, 1-Night Deep Dive into Louguan
Where to Go for National Day? Autumn Getaway Around Xi'an: A 2-Day, 1-Night Deep Dive into Louguan
Radiant Qinling, vibrant Louguan. In the central part of the Qinling Mountains stretching over 1,600 kilometers from east to west, there is a shining dragon scale called...
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New Office Plaque Unveiling Ceremony of Xi'an New West Business Association Held at Shaanxi Provincial Architectural Design and Research Institute
New Office Plaque Unveiling Ceremony of Xi'an New West Business Association Held at Shaanxi Provincial Architectural Design and Research Institute
On the morning of September 28, the plaque unveiling ceremony for the new office of the Xi'an New West Business Association took place in the auditorium of the Shaanxi Provincial Architectural Design and Research Institute.
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