Less expensive than Beijing or Shanghai and just as rich in cultural history, Xi'an is an excellent place to pick up all the souvenirs you've been resisting. Most colorful of Xi'an's souvenir meccas is Huajue Xiang, an alleyway running along the side of the ... Read More>>
Damaishi Street Muslim Snack Street 大麦市街回民风味小吃街 This famous strip of restaurants serving pork-free Muslm delicacies is a pleasure to peruse thanks to its traditional Middle-Eastern architecture. Several of this dining district’s ... Read More>>
Guan Tang Baozi 灌汤包子 Rou Jia Mo 肉夹馍 Shaanxi Liangpi (Cold Noodles) 陕西凉皮 Guan Tang Baozi 灌汤包子 Jia San Soup Parcel Restaurant Another one of Xi’an’s culinary delights is guantang baozi, or rather “steamed buns filled with ... Read More>>
Yangrou Paomo 羊肉泡馍 Yangrou Paomo is one of Xi’an’s can’t-miss dishes. After ordering yangrou paomo, diners are presented with several slices of wheat-flour flat bread, which they then must break into ever-smaller fragments. When the ... Read More>>
The development of greater Shaanxi cuisine reached its peak during the Han and Tang Dynasties almost two millennia ago. It is characterized as being hearty and salty with a strong flavor, and much emphasis is put on making elaborate dishes out of everyday ... Read More>>
The average temperature in Xi’an in September and October is 18-26℃ with sharp temperature drops in the morning and evenings. Visitors coming around this time of the year are advised to bring a couple of long-sleeved items of clothing with them. ... Read More>>
The significance of Xi'an is summed up in this saying: "If you want to see China of 100 years ago, visit Shanghai; China of 500 years ago, go to Beijing; China of 2000 years ago, come to Xi'an". Today, this ancient city is known as one of the ... Read More>>
Xi'an, the capital of Shaanxi province, is a city of 5.1 million people located east of Xianyang in the valley of the Wei River, which is a tributary of the Yellow River. It lies 1200km southwest of Beijing and 670 km west of Lanzhou. Xi'an is one of the ... Read More>>
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) Xi'an's Airport is located 47 km northwest of downtown Xi'an. Although it is referred to as Xi'an's airport, it is located in the neighboring city of Xianyang. The airport offers more than 150 daily domestic ... Read More>>
Xi'an Railway Station Xi'an Railway Station is a vital part of the Chinese railway network, because it is a junction station between eastern and western China. Major destinations include Beijing (11.5 hrs), Shanghai (14 hrs), Guangzhou (22 hrs), Chengdu (13 ... Read More>>
Xi'an is the hub of an extensive highway system that allows long-distance buses to travel to many places in China. Long-distance buses commute between Xi'an and many large cities, covering 18 provinces and over 300 cities and counties including Huashan ... Read More>>
Official taxis in the Xi'an and surrounding areas are easily recognizable by their emerald color. Commuting by taxis is extremely economical and considered one of the best ways to travel by many tourists. Official taxis usually seat about four average size ... Read More>>
At the time of writing, Line 2 is Xi’an’s only operating subway line. It runs 20.5km from the North Railway Station to the Expo Center with 17 stops in between (North Railway Station, Beiyuan, Sports Park, Administrative Center, Fengcheng Fifth ... Read More>>
When renting a car, a Chinese license is required, so foreigners are advised to hire a local driver. Rental requirements include a passport and a deposit of around 1000 RMB. Visitors are advised to make reservations in advance during holiday periods. Read More>>
Touring Bus Lines Route Operational Hrs Price RMB Number Tourism 1 Railway station, Xiyue Temple, Huashan 8:00 22 029 8403 1313 029 8625 3730 965315 (029 8621 0035) Huanshan, Xiyue Temple, Railway station 17:00 Tourism 2 Railway station, Famen Temple ... Read More>>
China Country Code Number: 0086 Xi'an City Code Number: 029 Emergency & Most Commonly Used: Fire 119 First Aid 120 Police Station 110 Check telephone Number 114 Weather report 12121 / 96121 Report a traffic accident 122 China mobile service center 10000 ... Read More>>