Must-SeeCities

Xi'an

Shaanxi

China's old capital and Silk Road start, with intact city walls and the Muslim Quarter.

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Best Time to Go
Apr–May, Sep–Oct
Our full guide to Xi'an is being written. It's on the Central China list as Must-See.

Nearby

Must-See
Heritage · UNESCO

Terracotta Army

Shaanxi
About 21 miles away

Thousands of life-sized clay soldiers guarding the first emperor's tomb.

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Mountains · Hiking

Mount Hua

Shaanxi
About 67 miles away

A sacred granite peak near Xi'an, known for its cliff-side walkways and cable cars.

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