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Xian is a fascinating city bearing a rich heritage, the remnants of which are
still strewn across the city. Xian now stands as a major centre of China, and
a number of tourists flock here each year to trace the city's medieval past. The
city offers its visitors a number of things to do during their stay.
The most interesting engagement in Xian is naturally looking around the city.
Sightseeing in Xian offers a number of interesting destinations for the tourists.
As a capital of the country for more than thousand years, and home to several
dynasties, the city has a rather interesting history to narrate. The ancient
architectures and the traces of the past civilization attract the tourists with
their old world charm. Given below are some of the most interesting places to
see in Xian:
The Army of Tettacotta Warriors is a valued possession of the city as the UNESCO
has credited it as a World Heritage Site. With its eight thousand terracotta
statues, the place entombs the first emperor of China, and is a major attraction
for the tourists in the city.
The Hua Qing Pools is an ancient palace with a unique construction of pools
which draw their water from the nearby hot springs.
The Wild Goose Pagoda dates back several centuries and stands as a superb specimen
of the architecture of the period.
The Drum Tower and Bell Tower are the most famous landmarks of the city.
A couple of hours from Xian, is the Hua Shan Mountain that hosts numerous tourists
to relish the serenity of the lofty range. The peak is an ideal locale for enjoying
a sunrise and the mountain provides ample scopes of exciting things to do like
hiking and mountaineering.
Shopping remains a major attraction for the tourists in any city. Xian too
has numerous options to tempt its shoppers with a fabulous range of goods. The
street markets of the city are a fascinating array of numerous items to cater
to every taste and need. The street markets are frequented by a throng of buyers
who come here for some of the best deals in the city. The markets are particularly
known for their fashion accessories, cosmetics, and leather goods. The markets
are a haven for the food buffs, as the street side stalls supply a delicious
spread of finger foods and local delicacies. A number of world class malls have
also sprung up in the city to provide it with the best international brands.
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