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   Is Xi'an a city?

   • Xi’an is a city and the capital of Shaanxi sheng (province) in north-central China. The Xi’an region is one of the most important in the history of China, both as the capital of several ruling dynasties and as a market and trade center.

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   Why should you visit Xi'an?

   • A visit to Xi'an is often at the top of a traveler's to-do list. Often called the birthplace of Chinese civilization, Xi'an is the oldest of China's Four Great Ancient Capitals, serving as the capital city of 13 dynasties spreading intermittently across a 1,100-year period from 221 BC. Xi'an is located in North Central China.

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   What are Xi'an maps?

   • Xi'an maps cover Xi'an's location in China, attractions in Xi'an city, the Xi'an subway, and the layout of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum.

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   What is the history of Xi'an?

   • The History of Xi'an tells the Story of China. Xi'an, the capital city of 13 different Chinese dynasties, has a long and storied history. Many dynasties from about 3,000 to 1,000 years ago had their capital city here, which is how it came to be called the fountainhead of civilization for China.

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   What is Xi'an known for?

   • Xi'an is Home to an Advanced Transportation System. The Xi'an Xianyang International Airport is the largest airport in Northwest China. The airport serves as a terminus for many other places in China and Asia. The metro consists of one line which runs north to south through the city.

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   How many people live in Xi'an?

   • The total urban population was 9.28 million. Known as Chang'an (Chʻang-an) in much of its history, Xi'an is one of the Chinese Four Great Ancient Capitals, having held the position under several of the most important dynasties in Chinese history, including Western Zhou, Western Han, Sui, Northern Zhou and Tang.

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   Xi'an became a cultural and political center of China in the 11th century BC with the founding of the Zhou dynasty. The capital of Zhou was established in the twin settlements of Fengjing (灃京) and Haojing (鎬京), together known as Fenghao, located southwest of contemporary Xi'an.

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   Oct 3, 2024 · Xi’an is a city and the capital of Shaanxi sheng (province) in north-central China. The Xi’an region is one of the most important in the history of China, both as the capital of several ruling dynasties and as a market and trade center.

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   Located in north central China, Xi'an is a popular tourist destination with foreigners and locals alike. Here are eight facts travelers should know before visiting Xi'an to help you plan your trip. Also Read How to Plan a Tour of Xi'an. 1.

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   Xi'an, located in central-northwest China, records the great changes of the country just like a living history book. Called Chang'an (meaning the eternal city) in ancient times, it is one of the birthplaces of the ancient Chinese civilization in the Yellow River Basin area.

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   • Xi’an was the capital of 13 dynasties. Historically known as Chang’an, Xi’an was home to the ruling house of 13 dynasties, including the Qin (221 BC - 207 BC), Han (206 BC - 220 AD), Sui (581 AD - 618 AD) and Tang (618AD - 908AD) Dynasties.
   • Xi’an has plenty of historic relics. Emperor Qin Shi Huang, who set up the first feudal dynasty in Xi’an, left the Terracotta Army which is one of the world's most extraordinary archeological finds.
   • Xi’an is the starting point of the Silk Road. The Silk Road is the world renown ancient trade route that originated during the Western Han Dynasty (1046 BC - 771 BC), stretching from Chang’an (now Xi’an) all the way to the Mediterranean.
   • Xi’an is a paradise for foodies. Because of its location in the center of China, Shaanxi cuisine combines various ingredients and cooking skills from both north and south China.

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   Xi'an's Location in China. Xi'an, known as Chang'an before the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644), is located the central northern China. It is about 1½ hours by air from Beijing and 2½ hours from Hong Kong.

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   Often called the birthplace of Chinese civilization, Xi'an is the oldest of China's Four Great Ancient Capitals, serving as the capital city of 13 dynasties spreading intermittently across a 1,100-year period from 221 BC. Xi'an is located in North Central China. It is about 2 hours by air from Beijing and 2½ hours from Shanghai.