Located in scenic Xi'an and rich with history, the Huaging Hot Springs are quite popular with visitors. The hot springs are located at the northern foothills of Mt. Lishan in Lintong County. The site is 30 km (18.6 miles) from Xi'an and is known for its charming scenery. The area is also known as the backdrop of the romantic love story of Emperor Xuanzong (685-762) of the Tang Dynasty and his concubine Yang Guifei.

The mausoleum of the first emperor of the Qin Dynasty, Emperor Qin Shi Huang, (246-209 BC), is symbolically guarded by terracotta figures of warriors and horses. The figures are life size and arranged in battle formations. In 1987, UNESCO declared it a World Cultural Heritage Site and it is popularly known as the eighth wonder of the world.

The Terracotta Warriors and Horses were discovered during archaeological excavations and so far, more than 7000 pottery chariots, horses, soldiers and weapons have been unearthed. In 1975, as a move to protect the discovery, the State Council permitted a museum to be built at the site.

This impressive 36 metre (118 ft) tall tower is an important landmark of Xi'an. It is the largest and most well preserved bell tower in China. Made of wood, it has a 35.5 metre (116.4 ft) long brick base, which is 8.6 metres (28.2 ft) high on every side. The Bell Tower is located at the centre of Xi'an and it is from this point that the East, West, North and South Streets extend, connecting the tower to the East, West, North and South Gates of the Xi'an City Wall.

Xi'an's significance as a military town in northwest China, during the days of the Ming dynasty, is quite apparent in the sheer size and significance of the tower.

China's most complete wall and one of the biggest military defence systems that has survived since ancient times, the City Wall of Xi'an was started during the Tang dynasty (618-907). It was completed more than four centuries later by the first emperor of the Ming dynasty, Zhu Yuanzhang (1368-1644).

After Zhu Yuanzhang captured Huizhou, he was advised by the hermit Zhu Sheng to fill up his granaries, build walls and strengthen his empire. When the Ming dynasty was sufficiently established, the emperor followed the advice and completed the wall.

Today, a bike ride along the Xi'an City Wall makes for a fascinating experience.

The Famen Temple is located about 120 km (75 miles) west of Xi'an in Famen Town, within Fufeng County. The temple has a huge collection of historical treasures and artefacts. Enshrined among them is the Sakyamuni Buddha's finger bone. Such a collection of treasures is quite rare, although most temples do have a sizeable collection.

The park was formally set up in 1991 and was thrown open to the public in July 1992. The Taibai Mountain National Forest Park is situated at the northern foothills of the peak of Qinling Mountain, the Taibai Mountain. It is located in the Meixian County of Baoji City in Shaanxi Province. Forests cover most parts of this gigantic park, which covers 7287 acres of land. More than 180 attractions make up the ten scenic districts of the park. The Taibai Mountain National Forest Park is the highest such park in China, the elevation of different parts varying between 0.39 miles to 2.18 miles.  

Yuhua Mountain is very popular during winter for the skiing competitions and ice sculpture shows organised here. The scenery is equally riveting in every season. The mountain is also well known because the great Buddhist Master Xuanzang breathed his last on this mountain. He lived during the rule of the Tang Dynasty (618-907).

The landscape of this beautiful area is made up of cloudy seas, green forests, magnificent peaks, streams, springs and unusual stones. The park site was originally the site of a volcano and an ancient glacier, deep in the Daba Mountain.

The biggest man-made lake in northwest China, the Yinghu Lake was formed when the Ankang Hydropower Station was built on the Han River. It is located 18 km (11 miles) southwest of downtown Ankang. Lush green mountains and recreational buildings with corridors, halls, pavilions and towers surround the lake.

You have come to the very root of Chinese civilization to begin exploring china. Your journey through Xi'an will lead you to many ancient historical sites, like Terra Cotta Army agrological site and many ancient buildings, such as the Bell Tower, Drum tower, and Big Wild Goose Pagoda.

Journey to the QianLing mausoleum which is an ancient mausoleum which was the burial place of an emperor and an empress together. Visit the Famen temple, one of the most important temples for Buddhism in China. 

Enjoy an interesting time when you walk through the Islamic street and the calligraphy street. Shop around the shopping malls and stores in the Dongda street and the Xida street and have a taste of the dumpling banquets, together with a traditional classic music show. All the unique things will be showed to you when you journey to Xi'an.  

Xi'an is the capital of Shannxi Province of China. It used to be the capital of the whole country for 13 dynasties. It is reputed as one of the "Four Ancient Capitals of the World", together with Rome, Athens and Istanbul. As the city is always associated with its long history and rich culture, Xi'an is just like a live history book, which recorded every change of the Chinese nation. To explore China's history from the very root upwards, Xi'an will be the ideal starting place.

Situated in Linton distinct of Xi'an, the Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses Museum is one of the most spectacular spots in Xi'an. The Mausoleum of Qinshihuang was the first spot chosen to be included on the World Heritage List in China. Besides, the City Wall built in the Ming dynasty, which is the most complete city wall that has survived through China's long history, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, is one of the most important Buddhist temples in China and was once chaired by a well-known monk Xuanzang. The Great Mosque which is a major spot for religious activities of over 60,000 Moslems in Xi'an, is one of the many interesting scenic and tourist sports in the city. If you are interested in Chinese unique culture, old history and rich relics; if you would like to feel the strong historical flavor of China, Xi'an will be the best choice.

Xi'an is located at the middle reaches of Yellow River and at the centre of the Central Shannxi Plain. It belongs to Shannxi province which is next to HeNan province. The city covers an area of about 9,983 square metres and has a population of 7 million people. Xi'an has a clear distinction of four seasons. It will be very hot in summer and extremely cold in winter. So the best season for travelling in Xi'an is warm spring and cool fall. With bright sunshine, soft wind and colorful flowers, everyday will be pleasant at that time. However, the price for travelling in winter will be cheaper.

Xi'an has a long history dating back over 1.5 billion years ago. It is here that we found the ancient people named Lantian man. The village of this ancient tribe is still well preserved. As far back as the western Zhou dynasty, Xi'an, called Chang'an originally, has been the capital of China and started its long and illustrious history as a centre of politics, economics and culture of ancient China. For almost 2,000 years, Xi'an was the capital of China until the Tang dynasty. Moreover, Xi'an was once the eastern terminal of the Silk Road, which played an important role in the whole world in ancient times.

The city and her people relish in the historical setting of their beautiful city. They live life at a slow and relaxed speed. However, the speed of the economic development is very fast in Xi'an. Everywhere you can find new buildings which are under construction. These two different speeds of Xi'an co-exist in the city today. It has much in common with any other great metropolis elsewhere in today's world. There are supermarkets; busy shopping malls and can provide the real Chinese food as well as the western dishes. Modern hotels in Xi'an abound, each offering the highest standards of service and convenience.

The night in Xi'an is charming. After a whole day touring, you can take in a wonderful Tang Dynasty music and dance show. That is the cream of ancient Chinese traditional culture and classic art. It will surprise you! Or in the evening, when the locals have leisure time or have the entertainment outside, you may walk in the street, tasting the flavour of this ancient city through the old buildings carefully and feeling the traditional life of the people who live in the city. You also can go to a pub or bar to enjoy youself. An evening spent in Xi'an will be more than pleasant!