From October 8, Xi’an’s air quality index (AQI) will reach dangerous levels of up to 230. Read More>>
On July 1, a high-speed railway line connecting Taiyuan South and Xi’an North officially opened. The new line, which is part of the Datong to Xi’an line, dramatically reduces travel time between the two cities from ten hours to just three. Read More>>
From July 1, China Eastern Airlines will be offering direct flights between Xi’an and Moscow. Read More>>
Xi’an is joining the rest of the country in seriously increasing its level of security. The ancient capital will now be patrolled by assault vehicles armed with drones, piloted by the newly established PTU (Police Tactical Unit). Read More>>
Xi An Xianyang International Airport was recently approved by the state council to offer 72 transit visas to citizens of over 51 countries. Visitors who travel through Xi An will be able to leave the confines of the airport and explore the area within a 72 ... Read More>>
Tang paradise scenic area will be lit up with…yep you guessed it…LANTERNS for the next month. Go enjoy a traditional Chinese New Year with snacks, lanterns and a light display. Read More>>
From December 16 to 18, Xi’an endured three days of hazardous pollution. On December 18 PM2.5 levels reached 500. This is Xi’an most serious haze since winter began. Read More>>
From November 1 to December 31 you can get out of Xian for a little bit cheaper. Discounts will be available on 12 of the high speed and bullet trains leaving from Xi’an to various destinations. Read More>>
The Qinling Amusement Park in Xi’an has been temporarily shut after three visitors were hurled from a high-speed windmill-like ride on September 15. Read More>>
Subway Line 1 began operations on a trial basis on September 15. The first phase of the line runs in a west-east direction, covering 25.5 km of track and servicing 19 stations. Read More>>
A Euro-US production of hit theater show “New York New York” is set to charm Xi’an on August 16-17, and will take place at the Sofitel Convention Center and Grand Theater. Read More>>
Archaeologists in Xi’an have recently discovered a 1,300 year-old Tang Dynasty “public cemetery” where the bodies of palace maids are believed to be buried. Read More>>
The 2013 Shaanxi New Year’s Shopping Festival is being held at the Xi'an Qujiang International Convention and Exhibition Center and the Shaanxi Province Stadium until February 6. Read More>>
From now until March 15, 2013, more than 20 popular scenic areas and attractions around Xi’an are offering steep discounts on entrance tickets. Highlights include entrance to Datang Furong Garden tickets for 20% off (90 RMB), the Xi'an Expo Garden for ... Read More>>
A new direct AirAsia flight connecting Xi'an to Bangkok is now open. The flight departs Bangkok daily at 9:30 and arrives in Xi'an at 14:35. The return flight departs from Xi'an at 15:25 and arrives in Bangkok at 18:40 (all times local). One-way tickets for ... Read More>>
It was recently announced that Xi'an subway passengers who use their "chang'antong" card will receive a 30% discount off Line 2 fares until December 31 2014. With the discount, the price of one trip for up to 6 stations will be 1.4 RMB, 7-10 ... Read More>>
The Japanese clothing brand Uniqlo has opened two new locations in Xi'an, one at Kaiyuan Mall and one at the HNA Minsheng Department Store on Wulukou. The stores occupy 1800 and 1400 square metres of floor space respectively, and sell all the usual Uniqlo ... Read More>>
On July 10, the first test run of “mini sleep” pods began at the Xianyang International Airport in Xi’an. The new facility features 20 resting zones in total; 10 in the hall between T2 and T3, 4 in T3 and 6 in a separate, isolated area. ... Read More>>
The “Xi’an Summer Discount” Event is set to last from July 1 through August 31. Major tourist areas such as the Tang Paradise Gardens, Daming Palace National Heritage Park, the Xi’an City Wall, and many more will reduce their ticket ... Read More>>
Tianjin Airlines opened a new Xi'an—Qomul—Urumqi flight route on May 28. Operating on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, the flight GS7551 departs from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport at 8:00, arrives in Qomul at 10:45, departs from ... Read More>>
According to a report by China National Radio (CNR), Xi'an's civil servants –police, taxi drivers, bank and postal workers, hospital staff, etc. – must all be able to speak a basic level of English by 2015. This new policy was just recently ... Read More>>
The first return flight route between Xi’an and Lijiang opened on January 8th, making travel between the two destinations all the more convenient during the Spring Festival travel rush. From January 8th to 22nd, the Capital Airlines flight will ... Read More>>
Beginning on December 28th, 58 of the 81 stations under the authority of the Xi'an Railway Bureau will implement the Real-Name Ticketing System. To purchase a train ticket for yourself, you'll need to bring a valid ID; if you are purchasing for someone ... Read More>>
On December 8th, the 20 millionth passenger travelled through the Xianyang Airport in Xi'an this year. Four years ago, the airport's passenger throughput was 10 million, becoming the first airport in Northwest China to reach that level. It has now become ... Read More>>