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Population:
8.305 million
Currency:
1 RMB =10 jiao
Opening hours:
Office hours are 9:00-17:30 or
18:00, from Mondays to Fridays.
Banks are open from 9:00-16:00
on weekends.
Most malls and supermarkets
close at 10pm.
Internet:
www.xa.gov.cn
www.xaonline.com
www.c029.com (in Chinese)
Newspapers:
Sanqin Daily (in Chinese)
Huashang Weekly (in Chinese)
Shanxi Daily
Xian Wan Bao
Xibei Xinxi Bao
Emergency numbers:
Police: 110
Ambulance: 120
Fire: 119
Tourist information:
Xian Tourism Bureau
Address: 159 BeiYuan Men
Internet: www.xian-tourism.com
XIAN
PUBLISHING DATE: 2009-01-23 | COUNTRY CODE: CN
Contents: The City, Do & See, Eating, Cafs, Bars & Nightlife, Shopping,
Sleeping, Essential Information
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XIAN
Xian, once called Changan, the City of Long-lasting Peace,
tops the list of Chinese six ancient cites. The world-renowned
ancient Silk Road starts here. To stand on this land is to be
on the very soil where merchants from empires long
relegated to the annals of history once moved, and many
facets of its past as a trading post still live on in various
forms. The variety of folk handicrafts that greets the visitor
is bewildering. Just outside the city is the steepest mountain
in the world, Hua Mountain and the spot where the
pre-historic Lantian man was found, proving that human
existence here dates back some 500,000 years. With all this
heritage behind it, Xian stands proud even in the face of its
modernization, a spectacular testament of the magnificent
legacy the Chinese are so proud of.
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THE CITY#THECITY#
History-lovers should definitely add Xian
to their itineraries. From the Drum Tower
in the centre of town to the world-famous
Terracotta Warriors which stand guard in
the Mausoleum of The First Qin Emperor,
the first ruler to successfully conquer the
disparate feudal kingdoms to form a
unified China, and the stones that make up
the ancient city walls which greeted weary
travelers of the far west, this city is
branded with historic footprints. As a direct
consequence of being possibly the first
cosmopolitan city in China, its also a
gourmets paradise.
DO & SEE#DOANDSEE#
When in Xian, those scenic spots you can
not miss include the Terracotta Warriors
and the ancient city walls built in six
hundred years ago during the Ming
Dynasty which are possibly the most
completely preserved city walls in the
world.
Dayan Pagoda And Da Ci'en Temple
Built initially by the Tang Emperor to honor
his mother, the Da Cien is the place where
millions of historical rarities are housed.
According to legend, all the Buddhist holy
books were stored and translated after
eminent monk Xuanzang returned from the
journey to seek the scriptures. In the
neighborhood of Da Cien Temple is the Big
Wild Goose Pagoda, constructed in the 7th
century by Chinas first woman leader,
Empress Wu Zetian. In the vicinity, many
handicrafts, souvenirs, sketches,
sculptures, paintings and photographic
works are sold.
Address: South of Yanta Rd
Underground: : No. 5, 19, 21, 22, 27, 41 to Dayan Pagoda bus
stop
Opening hours: 8:00-18:00
Phone: +86 29 8553 5014
Tickets: 20RMB
Xiaoyan Pagoda
This Xiaoyan or Small Wild Goose Pagoda
is lower than the Dayan (Big Wild Goose)
Pagoda, but it contains more floors. Like its
larger counterpart, it was built around 700
A.D. and its primary purpose was to hold
the holy Buddhist scriptures carried to
China. In the neighborhood of the pagoda,
the Shaanxi Museum is home to many
treasures in the province.
Address: Jianfu Temple, south of Xian
Underground: : No. 21, 401, 610, 204, 32, 323 to Xiaoyan
Pagoda bus stop
Phone: +86 29 8206 9513
Tickets: 50RMB
Internet: : www.xaxyt.com
Hua Mountain
One of the five famous mountains in China
of 2,160 meters height. Hua Mountain is
considered sacred to the Taoist religion. It
is a strenuous climb, but there is a
ropeway that gives visitors headed to the
summit an easier option. The effort though
is well worth it with breathtaking views at
the top.
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Address: : Huayin City, Shaanxi Province
Underground: Take Tourist No.1 from train station
Phone: +86 913 4362 661
Tickets: 50 RMB (low season), 100 RMB (high season)
Internet: www.huashanly.com
Famen Temple
More than a thousand years of history
stand behind this, the cultural hub of
Buddhism in China. Its fame is largely for
the fact that it holds the treasured finger
bone of Buddha. There is also a good
museum with royal artifacts from the Tang
dynasty two thousand years ago.
Address: Famen Town, Fufeng County, Baoji City
Underground: Take Tourist No.2 from train station or dedicated
touring bus at the Panjia Cun bus stop
Phone: +86 917 5254 002
Tickets: 28RMB
Internet: www.famensi.com
Ancient City Walls
These walls - measuring almost 12 km -
may be more than 600 years old but they
are still a great way to navigate around the
city. Locals like to say that they can still
hear the sounds of wars and soldiers cries
lingering around, reminding them of those
past glories.
Underground: No.5 or 611 from the train station
Phone: +86 29 8723 5239
Tickets: 40RMB
Internet: www.xa-cq.com
Zhonglou Tower
This 14th century bell tower is possibly the
best-preserved one in China. Once upon a
time, guards stood here, looking out at the
surrounding countryside, watching for
invaders. Today it remains no less
important, marking the geographical
centre of the city. From here the
thoroughfares that run through Xian
intersect and on some evenings, it
becomes alive with traditional folk
performances.
Address: City center where the four major streets from four
directions meet
Underground: No.600, 604, 610, 215, 239, 611 to Zhong Tower
bus stop
Phone: +86 29 8727 4580
Tickets: 27 RMB
Internet: www.xazgl.com
Gulou Tower
This was the ancient drum tower which
holds a total of 24 drums, corresponding to
the 24 solar terms that the Chinese used
back then to mark time. Not a single iron
nail had been used in the erection of this
grand structure, first built in the 14th
century and reconstructed 300 years later.
A panorama of the entire city can be seen
from the tower and there are also
performances every other hour.
Address: : 200m northwest of Zhonglou Tower
Underground: No.600, 604, 610, 215, 239, 611 to Gulou Tower
bus stop
Opening hours: : 8:30-21:30
Phone: +86 29 8727 4580
Tickets: 27 RMB
Internet: www.xazgl.com
Mausoleum Of The First Qin Emperor
This is the one attraction that has captured
the imagination of visitors both from inside
and outside the country. A grand plan to
ward off attackers even in death, Chinas
first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, whose
greater-than-life ambition also gave birth
to the creation of the Great Wall, amassed
battalions of life-sized warriors fashioned
out of clay, complete with chariots and
horses. Each soldier has a different
expression from the next, making this
undertaking also an artistic one that
required the labor of some 720,000 men.
Even after more than 2,200 years (it was
finished in 210 BC), the warriors remain in
impeccable condition, watching over their
long deceased ruler.
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Address: Lintong County, 50 km north of Xian
Underground: No.306 from the train station
Opening hours: 8:30-18:00 (summer), 9:00-17:30 (winter)
Phone: +86 29 8139 9039
Tickets: 65 RMB (low season), 90 RMB (high season)
Internet: www.bmy.com.cn
Huaqing Hot Spring
Adjacent to Mausoleum of The First Qin
Emperor and Lishan National Forest Park,
the waters of this hot spring contains many
minerals that are said to be good for the
skin. It is said that that was why the most
famous imperial concubine of the Tang
Dynasty, Yang Yu Huan, one of the four
famous beauties of ancient China, chose
this as her bathing ground.
Address: North side of Li Mountain, Lintong County
Underground: No.306 from the train station to Huaqing Hot
Spring bus stop
Phone: +86 29 8381 2003
Tickets: 40RMB (low season), 70 RMB (high season)
Internet: www.hqc.cn
Qing Long Temple
Known as the Temple of the Green Dragon,
this was the choice destination for
Japanese monks who came in the 9th
century to study Buddhism. They have
since left a legacy that continues to attract
visitors. The annual cherry blossom festival
is held here in March and April, basking the
surroundings in a mesmerizing sea of soft
pink flowers.
Address: North of Tielu Miao Village, Southeast of Xian
Underground: No. 19, 606, 607, 25, 41, 45, 48, 400 to Qin Long
Temple bus stop
Phone: +86 29 8552 1498
Tickets: : 8 RMB
Internet: www.cdss.cn
EATING#EATING#
The cuisine in Xian is greatly influenced by
the flavours of Northwestern China. Home
to more than 600,000 Muslims, the food
here is markedly different from the food
that is served in traditional Chinese
restaurants. One defining characteristic is
the use of lamb in its dishes, since Muslims
are not allowed to eat pork, the meat most
commonly used in Chinese cooking.
Another is the substitute of rice by flat
bread and these traits are harmoniously
married in the Pita Bread Soaked in Lamb
Soup and world-renowned Dumpling Feast.
Both represent the food culture of this
ancient city. Of course, being an
international city means other cuisines like
western, Japanese, Korean and South
Asian are also represented here.
Tips: Most restaurants are open until
22:00.
Hong Kong Abalone And Shark's Fin
Restaurant
With quiet and elegant dining environment,
this restaurant mainly serves Cantonese
dishes featuring braised sharks fins,
seafood, abalone, sea cucumber and other
Chinese delicacies.
Address: 3, Xinyi Rd, South of the second Beltway
Phone: +86 29 8822 0622
Internet: www.grandhk.com
Golden Emperor Restaurant
For every customer who has experienced
the dishes and service here, he or she just
finds it worth a second coming. The Lao
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Wasa with turtle (Wa Sa, kind of noodle
foods) here are renowned.
Address: 163, Yanta West Rd
Phone: +86 29 8669 1159
Wangfu Garden
Western dcor with well-cooked mandarin
fish and Beef Short Ribs with Black Pepper
which come highly recommended.
Address: The crossroad outside the south gate of Fengqing Park,
Gaoxin District
Phone: +86 29 8888 0888
De Chang Fa
Next to Zhonglou Tower, this restaurant
has the world-famous `Dumpling Feast. It
makes for a good place to try the favourite
dish of Xian and enjoy other snacks of the
city as well.
Address: Zhonglou Gulou Plaza
Phone: +86 29 8721 8187
Internet: www.dfc.com.cn
Liu Flower Hotel
Cantonese, Hunanese and Huaiyang dishes
are served here with some classic western
cuisine and local snacks. The Braised
Sharks Fin with Rice is a crowd pleaser.
Address: 288, north section of the Beltway
Phone: +86 29 8469 9999
Internet: www.liuhua.cn
Zhonglou Tower Restaurant
This elegant restaurant is thoughtfully
divided into smoking section and
non-smoking sections. It has a decent
spread at the buffet and the desserts are
also worth a try.
Address: southwest corner of Zhonglou Tower, 110, South
Street
Phone: +86 29 8760 0000
Internet: www.belltowerhtl.com
Qujiang Eco-garden
It has a dcor that features bridges,
streams, rocks to create an almost zen-like
ambience. Seafood is the special here.
Address: 59, South of the second Beltway
Phone: +86 29 8552 9999
Internet: www.qjsthy.com
Xian Wuyi Restaurant
A famous restaurant with a long history
that mainly serves local snacks of Shanxi
Province, including steamed bun stuffed
with shrimps without shell or with pickles,
Chicken with Tom Yam Sauce, Eight
Treasure Congee and Broiled Cuttlefish.
Address: 351, the East Street
Phone: +86 29 8768 1098
Internet: www.may-first.com
Mr. Jiayong Xin
The famous persimmon cakes on sale are
served in four flavors: osmanthus, roses,
smashed jujube and smashed red bean.
There is also marinated beef for those
craving something savoury.
Address: 87, Beiyuan Gate
CAFS#CAFES#
Most of the cafes in Xian are generally not
large and provide both Chinese and
Western foods, soft drinks in a casual and
relaxing environment. They can easily be
found in downtown.
Hours: 09:00- 24:00
Sicily Coffee
Decoration of cold colors, touching music,
comfortable sofas and, of course, the
smooth coffee makes this caf popular with
the young.
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Address: 1st floor, No.98-2, in the western of South Huancheng
Rd, Beilin District
Phone: +86 29 8209 2996
Genuine Taste Caf
It may be located in the busy downtown,
but this caf is a welcome oasis, which
provides a welcome tranquility in the
bustling city center.
Address: 23, Defu Lane
Phone: +86 29 8859 0511
Ancient Wood Caf
This caf has a unique layout with
wood-like chambers and a more than
adequate band playing on a mini stage
made out of beer bottles.
Address: 30, Defu Lane
Phone: +86 29 8101 8083
Xiangxie Caf
Adjacent to Zhonglou Tower, the caf has
cozy ambience and great view outside.
Apart from coffee it also serves pizza to
ward off the munchies between meals.
Address: 22, South Street
Phone: +86 29 8721 4786
Shangdao Caf
A chain coffee caf, serves fine tasty coffee
along with flavor and aroma in an elegant
environment.
Address: 1, north section of Hanguang Rd
Phone: +86 29 8793 8686
Internet: www.ubc-coffee.com
Ao Feier Caf
For the uninitiated, this is a good place to
pick up the popular Chinese tile game of
Mahjong. The game is noisy and could take
hours so it may be good to note that the
caf does serve up a satisfying bowl of
Spicy Beef Noodles.
Address: 209, Feng Hao East Rd.
Phone: +86 29 8428 0980
Ting Yu Xuan
Designed to be a hangout for friends, it is
not uncommon to see groups playing poker
over a cup of coffee or tea in these mellow
surroundings.
Address: 3, Xianning West Rd.
Phone: +86 29 8322 5051
BARS & NIGHTLIFE#BARSANDNIGHTLIFE#
Bars are the most bustling locales at night
in Xian, and they are scattered from the
city centre to the university campuses. The
best-known is Telford Lane, where
different styles, music, beers, locations,
and ambience all combine to attract
regulars to different clubs. Most of these
nightspots open at around eight in the
evening and close at around two in the
morning.
Tough Guy Bar
The entire bar was made from the
locomotive which appears to be a draw for
its clientele. Professional sound systems
blast dance music that also seems to
please the crowds.
Address: 1, Changan North Rd, Beiling District
Phone: +86 29 8522 9622
Qianshui Wan Bar
The bar offers customers a chance to have
a pint or two and at the same time, play
snooker, surf the net, or play some online
games or poker.
Address: 172, Taiping North Rd
Phone: +86 29 8848 2372
1+1 Disco Club
For the teetotalers, this is a thoughtful
place that integrates a coffee shop and
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disco features its open pub.
Address: 2nd floor, 295, East Street
Phone: +86 29 8726 3128
Western Story
This is a relatively small and cozy place
that provides a warm atmosphere for those
seeking a quiet night out. Guitar players
sometimes give a capella performances
here.
Address: 46, West Xiaozai Rd, Lianhu District
Phone: +86 29 8539 5802
Xiyangyang Music Bar
This is popular with locals for the music
that they play often familiar tunes by
popular Chinese bands and singers, such
as The Zero Point, Tang Dynasty, Xuwei
and Xiedong.
Address: 118, Dongda Street, namely the mouth of Jianguo Rd
opposite Parkson
Phone: +86 29 8743 2943
The Castle
The Castle welcomes its guests with
saxophone melodies and attracts those
who simply want to have a long drink.
Address: Address: West the foot of Hepingmen Inner Wall, Beilin
District
Phone: +86 29 8741 0183
Golden Horse Skating Rink And Disco
City
An innovative entertainment complex that
not only has a disco but a skating rink for
those so inclined. Also thrown into the mix
is a karaoke lounge for wannabe-crooners.
Address: North section of the West Beltway.
Phone: +86 29 8810 3178
Charlotte Ktv
A rich collection of songs served up with
delicious snacks, this is a popular place for
locals to have fun and relax after a long
day.
Address: 61, Renmin East Rd
Phone: +86 29 8221 0022
Internet: www.charlottektv.com
Xian Grand Theatre
Because in China, to experience the culture
is to experience the culinary as well,
guests do not merely get to enjoy
performances that trace their roots back to
the Tang Dynasty, but also sample the
snacks and dumplings made according to
recipes originating from 2000 years ago.
Address: 16, Wenyi Rd
Phone: +86 29 8785 3299
SHOPPING#SHOPPING#
When it comes to shopping in Xian, the
best place to start would be the vicinity of
the Zhonglou Tower, where many famous
shopping malls and international plazas
gather, making it a prime shopping spot.
This is also a great place to hunt for
souvenirs. For a people who take pride in
their cuisine, the locals in Xian have made
many of their favourite snacks and dishes
available in a vacuum-sealed easy-to-carry
packaging for those who may want to bring
quite literally, a piece of Xian home.
Kanhu Road Whole Sale Clothes
Market
This is the major whole-sale clothes
market in the Northwest where customers
can bargain with sellers over prices of
clothes, bags, shoes on sale here.
Address: Kangfu Rd
Hui Nationality Street
All the local special products can be found
here, including Fans marinated meat,
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roasted meat, Niudu, steamed bread
stuffed with meat, Pita Bread Soaked in
Lamb or Beef Soup and so on. This is the
largely Muslim area, worth a stroll just for
the great range of aromas and flavors
coming from the street side stalls.
Address: North of Gulou Tower
Luo Ma Clothes Market
Not merely a place to shop for clothing, it
is also a good spot to hunt for rare knick
knacks, handicrafts and groceries, all on
sale in the street stands.
Address: Southeast of Gulou Tower, the East Street
Ancient Culture Street
Nearly a hundred shops are gathered on
the street selling calligraphy works,
Chinese water paintings, brushes and ink
for painting etc.
Address: Shuyuan Gate
Xian Grand Theatre
Because in China, to experience the culture
is to experience the culinary as well,
guests do not merely get to enjoy
performances that trace their roots back to
the Tang Dynasty, but also sample the
snacks and dumplings made according to
recipes originating from 2000 years ago.
Address: 16, Wenyi Rd
Phone: +86 29 8785 3299
Flower And Gardening Street
The biggest market of flower trading with
all kinds of flowers and about one hundred
shops.
Address: Wenyi South Rd
Antique Street
This is a good place to while away an
afternoon, looking through the
accumulated items for sale for a worthy
piece of history.
Address: Baxian An
SLEEPING#SLEEPING#
EXCLUSIVE
Jinhua Haosheng International Hotel
5-star hotel, adjacent to the southern city
wall, it is just only a ten-minute walk from
the hotel to the Zhonglou Tower and Xian
Beiling Museum at downtown.
Address: 18, Huancheng South Rd
Phone: +86 29 8842 1111
Internet: www.ginwaplaza.com
Junan Dynasty Hotel
Located at the starting point of the ancient
silk road of Yuxiang Gate, the hotel has
convenient transportation. Across the
street are the ancient city walls.
Address: 1, Daqing Rd, Lianhu District
Phone: +86 29 8865 9999
Internet: www.junanonline.com
Wan Nian Hotel
The hotel is just east of the Mausoleum of
the First Qin Emperor where the Terracotta
Warriors are displayed. It is also in close
vicinity to the biggest light industry trade
centre in the northwest and many famous
colleges, making it a good base for
travelers with business in the area.
Address: 93, Changle Zhong Rd
Phone: +86 29 8323 1932
Internet: www.wnhotel.com
Changan Castle Hotel
This hotel is just outside the south gate of
Ming city walls and is well served by the
South Gate Station.
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Address: 12, west section of the south beltway
Phone: +86 29 8323 1932
Internet: www.xacacb.ct2t.com
GOOD VALUE
Liyuan Hotel
On the intersection of the south beltway
and new high-tech developing area of
Xian, this hotel is adjacent to Datang West
City, with quiet surroundings and a
traditional Chinese garden.
Address: 8, Laodong South Rd
Phone: +86 29 8426 3388
Internet: www.legardens.com
Tanghua Hotel
This 4-star garden hotel is decorated with
Tang Dynasty motifs and is a popular
choice with visitors recognizing it as a
member of the World and Sino-European
Golden Key Organizations.
Address: : 40, Yanyin Rd, Dayian Pogoda
Phone: +86 29 8760 1111
Internet: www.xagardenhotel.cn
Xi'an Longhai Hotel
Well-placed right on the bustling business
street, with the commercial areas close by,
the hotel is also well-served by transport
options and a short ten minutes from the
train station.
Address: 306, Jiefang Rd
Phone: +86 29 8741 6090
Internet: www.longhaihotel.com
BUDGET
Good Home Business Hotel
Convenient and inexpensive, the hotel has
a variety of business suites for the traveler
in town for work and is right next to the
Xinshan Temple.
Address: 101, West Street, Xiaozhai Xinshan Temple
Phone: +86 29 8537 8588
Network Hotel
The concept of the hotel is fresh and
special. It provides rooms of different
styles, such like classical, Hollywood,
business room, family room, etc.
Address: 363, Taibai South Rd, Yanta District
Phone: +86 29 6266 1111
Internet: www.networkhotel.cn
East Asia Hotel
Next to the Zhonglou Plaza, the hotel is
also near Kaiyuan Department and
Wenshang Department which makes it
extremely convenient for shoppers.
Address: 46, Luoma City Street
Phone: +86 29 8766 7700
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
#ESSENTIALINFORMATION#
Airport
Xians Xianyang International Airport is
located northwest of the city, 45 km away
from the centre. A taxi from the airport to
downtown city would cost about 100-120
RMB. It is economical to take one of the
airport express buses heading into town
with the fee 25 RMB.
Address: No.3, 1st Gaoxin Rd.
Phone: : +86 29 8879 8450
Internet: www.xxia.com
Public Transport
Xian railway Station is located in the
Northeast of the urban area, the starting
place of the Silk Road. It takes 30 minutes
and about ten RMB from the station to
downtown by taxi.The city metro is still
under construction, thus the most popular
way to tour the city is by bus. A city map
would be handy though it may be a hassle
for non-Mandarin speakers.
Operating Hours: 6:30-21:00
Fare: 1 Yuan or 2 Yuan (the
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air-conditioned bus)
Address: East of North Huancheng Rd, Xincheng District
Phone: +86 29 8213 1300
Internet: www.xt-kp.com
Taxi
Its convenient and simple to travel by taxi
in Xian. The taxis levy 6 RMB as the initial
charge, subsequent miles costs between
1.2 and 1.5 RMB depending on the fuel
capacity of the vehicle.
It is advised for non-Mandarin speakers to
have the destination written in Chinese
characters to avoid miscommunication with
the drivers.
Post Office
Zhonglou Post Office downtown
Address: 1, North Street
Phone: +86 29 8727 9215
Internet: www.yhachina.com
Pharmacy
TXian Shuanghe Pharmacy
Phone: +86 29 8728 8912
Dentist
YDental Hospital of Xian Jiaotong
University
Address: : 98, Xiwu Rd, Xincheng District
Phone: +86 29 8727 5706
Internet: http://unit.xjtu.edu.cn/xamuoral/cms/
Telephone
Country code: +86
Area code: 29
Electricity
220V / 50HZ
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