I. Introduction to scenic spots
•The Mausoleum Museum of the First Emperor of Qin (terracotta warriors and horses)
Address: Qinling North Road, Lintong District, Xi'an City
This is the underground imperial army of the First Emperor of Qin. It is grand and magnificent, and is known as the "eighth wonder of the world". Entering the Museum, it seemed that he had traveled through time and space to the Qin Dynasty. Standing beside the pit of figurines and looking at thousands of lifelike terracotta warriors and horses, I couldn't help but be impressed by the exquisite skills of the ancients. Be sure to hire a guide to explain in order to better understand the history and culture behind the terracotta warriors and horses. Each terracotta terracotta has a unique expression and story.
•Xi'an City Wall
Address: No. 2, South Street, Beilin District, Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province
Xi'an City Wall is one of the largest and most well-preserved ancient city walls in China. Rent a bicycle and ride around the city wall. You can not only enjoy the beautiful scenery inside and outside the wall, but also feel the charm of the ancient city. The view of the city wall is wide, and the high-rise buildings in the distance are contrasted with the ancient buildings. The ancient and modern times are blended with a unique flavor. If you ride in the evening and enjoy the beautiful sunset on the wall, the picture is very beautiful. There is a tower at every distance on the wall. Stop to climb the building and have a panoramic view of Xi'an City.
• Shaanxi History Museum
Address: No. 91 Xiaozhai East Road, Yanta District, Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province
Shaanxi Libo Museum has a rich collection and many cultural relics in the heyday of ancient China. All of them are rare treasures and an excellent place to understand ancient Chinese history and culture. From the simple stoneware in ancient times to the exquisite bronzeware, ceramics, calligraphy and paintings of the Zhou, Qin, Han and Tang Dynasties, here you can witness the long history and splendor of Chinese civilization. Since tickets are free, remember to book tickets on the official account in advance, otherwise you may queue up for a long time. There are many collections in the museum. It is recommended to hire a tour guide or rent an interpreter, so as to better understand the historical value behind the cultural relics.
• Huimin Street
Address: No. 5, North Courtyard Gate, Lianhu District, Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province
Huimin Street is an old Huimin block for hundreds of years, full of a strong *** atmosphere. You can not only taste all kinds of Xi'an cuisine, but also feel the unique national customs. There are many shops on both sides of the street, and there are a variety of special snacks, such as mutton pita bread, cold noodles, retort cakes, hamburgers, etc. Each bite makes people intoxicate on the tip of the tongue in Xi'an. In addition to delicious food, you can also visit some specialty shops and buy souvenirs with national characteristics. However, it should be noted that there are more tourists in Huimin Street, and the price may be slightly higher. You can compare a few more before starting.
•Tang Dynasty Sleepless City
Address: No. 46 Ci'en Road, Yanta District, Xi'an City
When night fell, the Tang Dynasty Nightless City instantly turned into a bustling Tang Dynasty market, with bright lights and lively. There are wonderful performances here, such as Tumbler Sister, Shengtang Secret Box, etc., which attracted many tourists to stop and watch. The architectural style of the block is antique, coupled with gorgeous lighting effects, as if people travel back to the heyday of the Tang Dynasty. Walk around, taste special snacks, enjoy performances, feel the strong atmosphere of Tang culture, and enjoy the happy time of the night.
II. Itinerary planning
Three-day trip
• Day 1: In the morning, I went to the Mausoleum Museum of the First Emperor of Qin to visit the Terracotta Warriors and Horses. In the afternoon, I went to Huaqing Palace to enjoy the ruins of Tang Yutang, and watched the large-scale live performance Song of Everlasting Regret in the evening.
• The next day: climb the wall of Xi'an in the morning, ride around to experience the charm of the ancient city, taste specialties near the city wall at noon, visit the Shaanxi History Museum in the afternoon, and visit the Tang Dynasty Sleepless City in the evening.
• Day 3: Visit Huimin Street in the morning, taste all kinds of delicious food, feel the national customs, go to the Xi'an Museum in the afternoon to understand the development process of the ancient capital of the Thirteen Dynasties, and prepare to return in the evening.
Five-day tour
•First day: After arriving in Xi'an, check in at the hotel. After a short rest, go to Bell and Drum Tower Square, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Bell and Drum Tower, and taste delicious food nearby in the evening.
•The second day: visit the Mausoleum Museum of the First Emperor of Qin throughout the day to learn more about the history and culture of terracotta warriors and horses.
• Day 3: Go to Huaqing Palace in the morning, go to Lishan in the afternoon to enjoy the natural scenery, and watch the performance of "Song of Everlasting Regret" in the evening.
• Day 4: Visit the Shaanxi History Museum in the morning, go to the Dayan Pagoda in the afternoon, and watch the music fountain performance in Dayan Pagoda Square in the evening.
• Day 5: Visit Huimin Street in the morning, buy special souvenirs, pack up in the afternoon, and prepare for the return journey.
III. Food Recommendation
Local flavor
• Zui Chang'an (Zhonglou Flagship Store): The old Shaanxi gourd chicken in this restaurant is very famous. It is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, crispy and delicious. It is deeply loved by diners and has also been recommended by Shaanxi TV Station. The in-store environment is full of Shaanxi characteristics, and the dishes are authentic, which is a good place to taste Shaanxi cuisine.
• Xi'an Restaurant · Intangible Cultural Heritage Shaanxi Cuisine (Zhonglou Store): As an old restaurant with a history of more than 90 years, gourd chicken is one of the signatures of their family. In addition, there are many other classic Shaanxi cuisines, such as warm waist silk, golden thread oil tower, etc., which can let you taste the most authentic Shaanxi flavor.
Special snacks
•Zhangji hamburger on Meridian Road (Cuihua Road Store): There is a well-known restaurant in Xi'an. The signature Chinese hamburger is crispy and fragrant, takes a bite, full of happiness. Their house chose half-fat and half-thin pork. After a long period of stew, the meat was soft and tasty. It was sandwiched in freshly baked crispy buns and matched with green peppers to relieve greasyness. In addition to Chinese hamburger, cold noodles and Bingfeng soda are also standard. Cold noodles are smooth, with secret seasonings, sour, spicy and delicious; Bingfeng soda is refreshing and greasy, and this "Sanqin set meal" can be perfectly matched.
• Xi'an Jiasan poured soup buns, Huifang snacks, ** stir-fried vegetables (Beiyuanmen main store): The soup bun production skills of this restaurant have won the title of intangible cultural heritage. The skin is thin and tender, and the seasonings are fragrant. If you bite it down, the soup is overflowing. There are a variety of fillings for soup buns to choose from, such as beef, mutton, three fresh food, etc. Each soup bun is like a small pocket. Take a small bite open, first suck out the delicious soup, and then taste the meat stuffing. It tastes amazing. There are also various Hui special snacks in the store, such as basin mutton, cold noodles with sesame sauce, etc., which are worth a try.
•Laomi's steamed buns soaked in heavy rain (Huimin Street store): Steamed buns are a classic delicacy in Xi'an. This restaurant is very popular. The ingredients of steamed buns in the store are solid, the mutton is delicious, and the soup is rich. With vermicelli and steamed buns, it tastes mellow. When eating steamed buns, break the steamed bun into a suitable size according to your preference, give it to the chef for cooking, and then add cilantro, chopped green onion, chili oil and other seasonings according to your personal taste, slowly taste and feel the taste of old Xi'an.
•Xue Changli Cold Noodle Shop (Zhonglou Store): This restaurant's cold noodles are quite famous in Xi'an. Cold noodles taste tendon, and the rice noodles are soft and glutinous. With secret chili oil, balsamic vinegar and other seasonings, it tastes spicy and refreshing. In addition to cold noodles, it can also be served with Chinese hamburger or porridge. A simple and delicious meal can be done.
IV. Accommodation proposal
Luxurious
• Xi'an W Hotel: The hotel is located at No. 333 Qujiangchi East Road, adjacent to Qujiangchi Ruins Park, and the surrounding scenery is beautiful. Here, you can punch in the Tang Dynasty Nightless City and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Millennium Wild Goose Pagoda. The hotel has a stylish and modern design, thoughtful service and complete facilities, which can bring you the ultimate accommodation experience.
• Ritz-Carlton Xi'an: Located at No. 50 Science and Technology Second Road, near Tangcheng Wall Ruins Park. The hotel rooms are spacious and comfortable and luxuriously decorated, where you can enjoy the night view of the ancient capital. The hotel's dining and leisure facilities are also excellent, which is the best choice for high-quality accommodation.
Cost-effective
• All Seasons Hotel (Xi'an Dayan Pagoda Store): Excellent location, close to Dayan Pagoda, convenient to travel. The hotel rooms are clean and tidy, the service is considerate, and the price is relatively affordable. The hotel offers a free breakfast, which is rich in variety and can meet the taste needs of different people.
• Hanting Hotel (Xi'an Bell and Drum Tower Square Store): Located in the city center, near Bell and Drum Tower Square and Huimin Street, with convenient transportation and a lot of delicious food. The hotel is cost-effective and fully equipped, which can provide you with a comfortable accommodation environment.
V. Points to note
1. Most tourist attractions in Xi'an need to book tickets in advance, especially popular attractions. You must plan well in advance to avoid delaying the itinerary. Some gourmet restaurants need to queue up at meals, and they can also know the opening hours and staggered peaks in advance.
2. The temperature in Xi'an is relatively high in summer. Pay attention to sun protection and heat prevention measures. If the temperature is low in winter, remember to bring warm clothes. When tasting delicious food, you should also pay attention to dietary hygiene and avoid gastrointestinal discomfort.
3. In ethnic minority areas such as Huimin Street, local religious beliefs and customs should be respected. For example, do not eat pork products in ** restaurants.
4. Transportation in Xi'an is convenient, and public transportation can reach most scenic spots. It will be more convenient to apply for a Chang'an Pass card. If you choose self-driving, pay attention to urban traffic rules and parking problems.
Xi'an, this ancient and modern city, is waiting for you to explore and discover. Pack your bags, embark on this journey through thousands of years, and meet those touching beauty, okay?