Joanna James
If you have 48 hours to spend in Xian, there will be several must-do things, such as viewing the Terracotta Army, visiting Mount Hua, cycling on the Ancient City Wall, enjoying street foods and more.
One of the not-to-be-missed things to do in Xian would be viewing the remarkable Terracotta Army, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The museum that has been established at the site of the mausoleum of Emperor Qin, China's first emperor, is sure to capture the imagination of the history and culture lover; here, you will be able to observe these amazing terracotta creations including thousands of soldiers and horses intended to serve the emperor in the afterlife and which present a striking sight for the visitor.
Adventurous and daring visitors to Xian will enjoy visiting the well-known Mount Hua which can be found a short distance away from the city. This mountain happens to be famed for its steep cliffs and deep ravines. Trekking here would only be for the daring as this mountain is noted for its dangers. You will find several peaks here, including South Peak, West Peak, East Peak, Middle Peak and North Peak. You will also have the chance to ride a cable car at this site for more laidback experiences.
A noteworthy sightseeing attraction in Xian would be the impressive Ancient City Wall which was originally constructed in the year 1370. After restoration, this attraction is regarded as China's best-preserved city wall. Along this structure, you will find several viewpoints from where you could enjoy appealing views of the city below. You will also have the chance to rent a bicycle and cycle along the broad city wall which presents an ideal way to explore it. One of the five-star hotels in Xi'an to consider that stands adjacent to this stunning landmark and which offers easy access to it would be Grand Park Xian.
Another engrossing attraction that you could visit in Xian would be the captivating Muslim Quarter. This locality which includes several streets would be where the Hui people gather and is famed for its outstanding food culture. You will encounter numerous food stalls along the streets where you could enjoy delicious local snacks such as cold noodles, bread and mutton soup, Biangbiang noodles and roujiamo, popularly called the Chinese hamburger.
You will find that the Shaanxi History Museum would be a wonderful place at which to gain an understanding of the history of early China. At this museum, you will encounter more than 370,000 individual historical artefacts. The highlights among these would be the bronzes, silverware, gold artefacts, terracotta statues and tomb murals. Each of the relics on display would have its story to tell. Culture and history lovers will be enthralled at this remarkable establishment.
The Big Wild Goose Pagoda which dates to 652 A.D. was built with the objective of housing the Buddhist scriptures that Xuan Zang, a Buddhist sage had acquired in India. You will find that you could enjoy excellent views of the city from the summit of the pagoda. Another attraction to be found near this site would be a sizable musical fountain; many locals, as well as visitors, gather here in the summer to enjoy a pleasant evening.
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