The Terracotta Soldiers are the most significant archeological excavations of the 20th century. Work is ongoing at this site, which is around 1.5 kilometers east of EmperorQin Shi... Read More
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When Zhu Yuanzhang, the first Emperor of the Ming dynasty (1368-1644), captured Huizhou, a hermit named Zhu Sheng admonished him that he should 'built high walls, store abundant... Read More
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As the symbol of the old-line Xi'an, Big Wild Goose Pagoda is a well-preserved ancient building and a holy place for Buddhists. It is located in the southern suburb of Xian City,... Read More
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Built in 1384 by Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang, the Bell Tower was used to dominate the surrounding countryside and provide early warning of attack by rival rulers. Now it is a stately... Read More
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The Drum Tower is located northwest of the Bell Tower, across the Bell Tower and Drum Tower Square. Together they are called the 'sister buildings' or 'morning bell and dark... Read More
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The Small Wild Goose Pagoda stands in the Jianfu Temple in the southern suburb of Xian City. It was built in the year 707 during the Tang Dynasty (618-907). As it is newer and... Read More
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Speaking of Qin's Terracotta Warriors and Horses, I dare say that most people definitely have heard about it or even have paid a visit. Its grandeur and mystery really overwhelm... Read More
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Shaanxi Province is the birthplace of the ancient Chinese civilization. Xian City was the capital city in thirteen dynasties which in total lasted over 1100 years. Consequently,... Read More
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The Great Mosque in Xi'an is one of the oldest, largest and best-preserved Islamic mosques in China and its location is northwest of the Drum Tower (Gu Lou) on Huajue... Read More
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Mount Hua is one of the "Five Sacred Mountains" of China. Mount Hua is located in the Shaanxi Province, about 100 kilometres east of the city ofXi'an, near the city Huayin. Hua... Read More
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