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Terracotta Army
Thousands of life-sized clay soldiers guarding Qin Shi Huang tomb, unearthed in 1974.
Xi'an
Xi'an Overview
Xi'an is the eastern start of the Silk Road and home to the world-famous Terracotta Army. Its Ming-era wall still encloses a lively, food-loving city.
Stand before the Terracotta Warriors and Horses
Cycle the ancient City Wall at sunset
Taste Muslim-quarter street food (biangbiang noodles, roujiamo)
See the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
Top attractions
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City Wall
One of Chinas best-preserved medieval fortifications, cycle the 14 km rampart at sunset.
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Muslim Quarter
Lantern-lit lanes of noodles, breads and spices at the heart of the old Silk Road city.
Gallery
Local food
Roujiamo
A sesame flatbread stuffed with braised, hand-shredded pork u2014 Xi an take on the burger.
Liangpi
Cold wheat noodles in chili oil and vinegar, a refreshing summer staple.
Yangrou Paomo
Crumbled flatbread simmered in rich mutton broth, eaten with pickled garlic.
Best time to visit
April-May and September-October are pleasant; spring has blooming peony.
How to get there
Xi'an Xianyang (XIY) airport and high-speed rail from Beijing (~4.5h) and Chengdu make it an easy stop.
Recommended tours
Travel FAQ
How long at the Terracotta Army?
Half a day; arrive early to beat crowds.
Can I bike the wall?
Yes - rental bikes run the full 14 km loop.
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