A pair of trained hands can knock anyone out – I’m talking about masseuses. Getting a good back or foot rub can do wonders after a busy week and the Chinese are world renowned for their traditional art of massaging. Whether you want to untangle some knots ... Read More>>

The Muslim Quarter in Xi’an is one of the most well-known parts of the city. Visitors to Xi’an may consider it a whirlwind lesson in bartering and delicious-looking street foods, but there’s more to this vibrant area than meets the eye. Read More>>

Going to the same place repetitively can get old, but one of the great things about Xi’an is that it offers a huge variety in bars, clubs, and hangouts. This article introduces just a couple of visit-worthy nightlife spots in Xi’an. Read More>>

Xi’an is a treasure trove of small restaurants and hole-in-the-wall places but you may need some guidance to navigate your way through the alley ways in order to find them. So let’s start breaking this city down, starting with a walking tour of the Xiao ... Read More>>

Xi’an certainly doesn’t have the biggest or most famous nightlife scene, but this is something that, like in many other cities around China, is changing fast. There’s an ever-increasing choice of bars in Xi’an; Irish pubs, live music venues, you name ... Read More>>

I’ll readily admit that I’m a fan of Starbucks. Even so far as to collect the mugs from different cities, but while I salute their empire, there are times when you want to break away from the Moby Dick inspired namesake. When that time hits, try and check ... Read More>>

Finding some of the world’s top designer brands in a city like Xi’an isn’t necessarily the easiest task in life, nor is finding affordable, trendy fashion if you don’t even know where to start looking. Like all other major cities in China, Xi’an does ... Read More>>

Shaanxi-style mutton and bread stew simmers. The next stall over, a vendor stirs liangpi (秦镇凉皮), a thick spicy cold noodle dish topped with a few choice vegetables. Guokui (锅盔), a warm filled flatbread, sits out tantalizingly next to a fresh pile of ... Read More>>

There’s mountains-a-plenty in the Middle Kingdom, though for those of you in and around Xi’an, you can’t get better than Huashan Mountain, one of China’s Five Sacred Mountains. Read More>>

Bars and nightclubs in Xi'an have changed and developed with the unique, historic city that it is – branching into travel bars, recreational bars, cultural bars, etc. Each bar has its own set of elements that sets it apart, just like the people that come ... Read More>>

Looking for a new home in Xi'an? For short-term stays, there are definitely more options than hostels and hotels. Weekly or monthly rental apartments in Xi’an are also available. If you plan to stay during the winter months (or just like hot showers), make ... Read More>>

Whether you choose a smart, well polished salon or a back street corner shop, you should be prepared for a “China moment” when visiting a hair salon in Xi’an for the first time. Getting your hair done is a cultural experience here, and you need to ... Read More>>

Being on the road doesn't mean you have to give up your healthy lifestyle. With all the mouth-watering dishes Xi'an offers, there are even more reasons for keeping up with your training routine. From state-of-the-art fitness centres to a traditional Tai Chi ... Read More>>

Everyone knows that the best cure for the winter blues is good old-fashioned fresh air and exercise. Try spending a weekend at one of these four ski resorts located outside the city of Xi’an. Read More>>

While Xi'an may not freeze over quite as much as cities in North China, the cold winter weather here is certainly not shy either – from December through February, temperatures can drop to as low as -5℃. But winter in Xi'an isn't something that must be ... Read More>>

There are numerous western restaurants in Xi'an, tucked away in every nook and alley around the city, but if it's genuine tasting western food you're looking for, then there's really only a handful that would qualify as a good eat. The following three ... Read More>>

Being an expat in Xi'an is fun and comfortable. Not only does the city cater to certain Western needs, it also allows for a great living experience on a budget that would hardly last five minutes in a Western country. Saving money in Xi'an isn't tough: you ... Read More>>

Xi’an is known as the “cradle of Chinese civilization”, the home of the Terracotta Warriors, and the easternmost terminus of the old Silk Road. There’s a ton of things to do in Xi’an, but if you’re just here for a couple of days, here are some ... Read More>>

While Xi’an’s list of cultural cuisines is growing, it can still be difficult to find a good foreign restaurant. To help ease your search, here are a couple suggestions. Read More>>

Do you feel as if you have pretty much done all there is to do in Xi'an, with your options especially limited during winter time? Well, there is yet more of Xi'an to discover, and this winter doesn't have to be as gloomy as you think. Take a look at what ... Read More>>

There are many karaoke’s in Xi'an, the most popular being big name brands like Cash Box KTV, Haoledi and Dagexing (Super Star). All three have the highest quality equipment and hardware, the most personable service and are thus very popular with visitors ... Read More>>

A city teeming with history, culture, tombs and pagodas, Xi'an is a dream for any Chinese history buff. Unfortunately, tourists who stream into the city every year to check out some of the greatest historical sites in China are often targeted by scammers ... Read More>>

Being a vegetarian in Xi’an has its challenges but it can also lead to some interesting cultural exchanges and a rather fascinating restaurant treasure hunt. Historically, the predominance of the philosophical teachings of Buddhism and Taoism has promoted ... Read More>>

Winter has arrived with a bang as the first snows have already begun sweeping across Northern China. It seems like it was just a few weeks ago when complaints about the scorching heat were still a common topic of conversation. Not anymore. Now the priority ... Read More>>