[2024 Xi'an Attraction] Travel Guide for Xi’an Museum (Updated Oct)
No.13 of Best Things to Do in Shaanxi
Museums
Address:
No. 72 Youyi West Road, Beilin District, Xi'an
Opening times:
Open today at 08:30-18:00(Admission ends at 17:00)Opening Soon
Recommended sightseeing time:
2-3 hours
Phone:
029-87803591,029-85238032
Xian!
Getting There - Xian has an airport and train station that connects to other major cities in China
Attractions - one of the biggest attractions is the terracotta warriors. The city also has a wall which tourist can walk/ride a bicycle on
Hotels - there are a variety of hotels to choose from. We found a cheap local homestay that was very nice.
Food & Restaurants - the best food we had was at the local restaurants which serve local cuisine. There are also fruit shops which are similar to pick n mix sweet shops
#xian #china #tourism #heritage #culture #urbanexplorer #awesomepic
Marty O’Brien
Xi’An - Memorable Trip
#passionpassport
Xi’an is a large city and capital of Shaanxi Province in central China. Once known as Chang’an - Eternal Peace, it marks the Silk Road’s eastern end and was home to the Zhou, Qin, Han and Tang dynasties' ruling houses. At archaeological sites in Xi’an’s surrounding plains are the famed Bingmayong - Terra Cotta Army, thousands of life-size, hand-molded figures buried with China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang. A must visit place if you love history. #passionpassport #beautifuldestinations #travelinspiration #travelphotography #travelchina #travelworld #travelling
Address - 南门外南关正街95号长鑫领先国际顶层 28F (2、3
Ambiance: Live music at night.
Best Xi’an’s downtown view.
high school quality beverage
Avg. Price per Person - 100-300
Rating - 10/10#foodie #cafe #summervacation #givethanks #staycation #china #xian #bar
Tarik86
Visit Xi'an Museum + Small Wild Goose Pagoda + Jianfu Temple
If you can't book a visit to the Shaanxi History Museum, come to the Xi'an Museum instead. It will definitely be worth your while.
The museum covers an area of 245 acres and consists of the Jianfu Temple Garden, the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, and the museum itself. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes!
The exhibits include the Yongyu (the museum's treasure), a high-foot jade cup, pottery, chariot models, horse accessories, Qin weapons, gold ingots, a black-glazed gourd bottle, a gilded phoenix bronze bell, Buddha statues, a tri-colored horse with a flying rider, female figurines, Tang tri-colored pottery, ancient books by Mr. Hengqu, and much more.
Today's visit reportedly starts with bronze artifacts from three thousand years ago and includes calligraphy works from sixty or seventy years ago. Each era has its own unique stories quietly writing history!
The tour guide's explanation was fantastic. To understand a city, start with its museum.
西安小薇
Exploring the Underground Treasures of Ancient Xi'an: A Journey to Xi'an Museum
Exploring the Underground Treasures of Ancient Xi'an: A Journey to Xi'an Museum
Wandering between the bustling modernity and ancient charm of Xi'an, when tickets to the Shaanxi History Museum are hard to come by, the Xi'an Museum opens a mysterious door for me, quietly leading me on a journey deep into the ancient capital.
Stepping into this hall that carries the memories of thirteen dynasties, I felt as if I had traveled through a time tunnel. Each exhibit shines with the glory and splendor of the past, silently telling stories sealed by the dust of time. What impressed me the most were the two exquisite eaves tiles. Once inconspicuous components of ancient architecture, they now showcase the unparalleled craftsmanship and extraordinary creativity of ancient artisans in such a small space.
However, the only downside is that the underground exhibition hall seems to lack the protection of modern technology. The humid and hot atmosphere greets you, making you feel a slight discomfort while immersing in the river of history. But perhaps, this is the unique experience history grants us, allowing us to deeply appreciate the weight and vicissitudes spanning thousands of years amidst subtle discomfort.
As I walked out of the museum, the silhouette of the Small Wild Goose Pagoda came into view. This ancient pagoda, weathered by time, has lost its top three layers, yet its incomplete beauty adds a touch of historical charm. It stands there quietly, as if narrating the past glory and vicissitudes, making one stop and gaze in awe.
The Xi'an Museum is not only a treasure trove showcasing historical culture but also a bridge connecting the past and the future. Here, I felt the unique charm of ancient Xi'an and became more determined in my admiration and longing for the profound cultural heritage of this land.
William~Mitchell61
Xi'an Museum
Xi'an Museum, located at No. 72 Youyi West Road, Beilin District, Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province, covers a total area of about 160,000 square meters, with a building area of 16,000 square meters. It is under the jurisdiction of Xi'an Cultural Relics Bureau and is a local comprehensive museum integrating cultural relics collection, scientific research, social education, and garden leisure.
On May 18, 2007, Xi'an Museum was officially opened to the public. The museum consists of three parts: the museum itself, the site of the Tang Jianfu Temple, and the Small Wild Goose Pagoda. By the end of 2019, Xi'an Museum had 111,928 pieces/sets of collections, including 11,029 pieces/sets of precious cultural relics. It held 11 exhibitions, organized 104 educational activities, and received 3.422 million visitors.
NIXON SMITH
Falling in love with this city doesn't need a reason
When speaking of the Tang Dynasty, mentioning Chang'an, I always unconsciously recall a line of poetry: 'With the spring breeze, the horse's hooves are swift, in one day admiring all the flowers of Chang'an.' The young men in bright clothing and spirited horses, the prosperous era, the crowded lantern festivals... how can one not yearn for it?
Xi'an, formerly known as 'Chang'an,' the name itself implies the continuous blessings of the ancestors: long governance and lasting peace, forever enjoying tranquility. When you come to Xi'an, you must first witness the most well-preserved ancient city wall in our country to date—the Xi'an Ancient City Wall.
The city, true to its name, is sufficiently long and peaceful. You can visit the Xi'an Museum, where every exhibit is a gateway to history. There is also the towering Big Wild Goose Pagoda, which, when shrouded in the mists of the Qinling Mountains, showcases the charm of Chang'an to the world.
Under the night sky, Chang'an is a glowing city, taking you through time into the splendor of the Tang Dynasty. All sorts of activities fill me with excitement and emotion.
Chang'an, a place with a 'sense of historical time travel.' From here, the famous Silk Road was pioneered. Xuanzang set off from here, traveling westward to retrieve Buddhist scriptures. Wang Zhaojun set off from here, building a bridge of friendship for peace and exchange between the Central Plains and the frontier.
Chang'an is the eternal poem in the writings of countless literati. In Du Fu's writing, Chang'an is 'On the third day of the third month, the weather is fresh, by the waters of Chang'an many beautiful people gather'; in Li Bai's writing, Chang'an is 'Once meeting in Chang'an, calling me an immortal'; in Liu Yuxi's writing, Chang'an is 'No one does not sell wine, nowhere is music not heard.'
Let us set foot on this land together, to see its splendid beauty, to feel the romance and prosperity that belong only to Chang'an.
oliverecho
Xi'an Museum | Ancient Mirrors Reflect Modern People, Relics Touch the Heartstrings
If you can't get an appointment at the Shaanxi History Museum, you can make a free reservation to visit the 'treasure substitute' Xi'an Museum, which is also located in a bustling area of the city (closed on Tuesdays).
Before going to the Xi'an Museum, I thought there wouldn't be many visitors, considering there are many museums in Xi'an. Besides the Shaanxi History Museum, there are also the Forest of Stone Steles Museum, Banpo Museum, and more than a dozen others. It wasn't until I arrived at the entrance and saw the long queue that I realized that even a municipal museum like this one is crowded with tourists. Indeed, people come to Xi'an to see its history.
Compared to the must-visit Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum and the hardest-to-book Shaanxi History Museum, the Xi'an Museum may not be the most eye-catching, but it is the most underrated treasure! Start your journey to understand the ancient capital Xi'an from here~
Elizabeth Nelson
Xi'an Museum + Small Wild Goose Pagoda
【Xi'an Museum】Located at No. 72, Youyi West Road, Beilin District, Xi'an, covering an area of 160,000 square meters with a building area of 16,000 square meters, it consists of the museum, the site of the Dajianfu Temple, and the Small Wild Goose Pagoda. It was opened to the public in May 2007 and has been free since April 2010. This is a city museum that integrates cultural relics collection, scientific research, social education, and garden leisure. It is a national first-class museum.
【Museum】As the main building of the Xi'an Museum, it has a building area of more than 16,000 square meters and an exhibition area of more than 5,500 square meters. The museum houses over 110,000 cultural relics, of which more than 10,000 are national treasures of grade three or above. More than 2,000 cultural relics are on display in the museum, distributed in the basic display, thematic display, and temporary display. The basic display takes Xi'an as the ancient capital of 13 dynasties, with a history of more than a thousand years of capital construction and more than three thousand years of urban development history as the main line. Through multiple city models from the Zhou, Han, Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing periods, it shows the historical context of Xi'an's urban development. At the same time, representative cultural relics unearthed from the Xi'an area from various periods are displayed in chronological order.
【Small Wild Goose Pagoda】The Small Wild Goose Pagoda is the Buddhist pagoda of the Dajianfu Temple, a royal monastery of the Tang Dynasty, and is a dense-eave style brick structure with a history of over 1,300 years. The base of the Small Wild Goose Pagoda is a brick platform, and the pagoda's plan is square. The outline of the pagoda shows a beautiful rolled eave. The width of the pagoda body gradually decreases from bottom to top, and the outline of the pagoda body is conical. The pagoda originally had 15 levels, about 45 meters high, but now only 13 levels remain, with a total height of 43.40 meters and a base side length of 11.38 meters. The 'Morning Bell of the Wild Goose Pagoda,' rung daily in the temple, is known as one of the 'Eight Scenic Spots of Chang'an.' The Small Wild Goose Pagoda was listed as a national key cultural relics protection unit in 1961, and in 2014, with the successful application of the 'Silk Road: the Routes Network of Chang'an-Tianshan Corridor,' the Small Wild Goose Pagoda was included in the World Cultural Heritage list.
【Dajianfu Temple】Originally built in the first year of the Tang Wenzhong (684), it is a Buddhist monastery built by Emperor Ruizong Li Dan for his father, Emperor Gaozong, after his death, originally named Dajianfu Temple. In the first year of Wu Zetian's reign (690), it was renamed Dajianfu Temple and was one of the important places for Buddhist scripture translation in the Tang Dynasty. The existing ancient architectural complex of Dajianfu Temple was rebuilt during the Ming and Qing dynasties, with the buildings concentrated on the central axis directly opposite the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, from south to north in sequence including the mountain gate, bell and drum towers, Cishi Pavilion, Mahavira Hall, Sutra Collection Tower, Small Wild Goose Pagoda, Baiyi Pavilion, etc. The temple also houses stone figures, horse pillars, and other folk cultural relics, as well as various folk art exhibitions.
Treasures of the museum: Qin jade high-footed cup, Sui Dong Qin-made Buddha and two Bodhisattvas, Tang tri-colored flying horse, and other museum treasures: tri-colored mane-adorned saddle horse, Western Zhou Yong bowl, Western Zhou Goulian cloud-thunder pattern ding, Northern Zhou Historian Jun's tomb stone coffin, Western Zhou ring-belt pattern square pot, Qin kneeling terracotta figure, and more, a rewarding experience.
AMY SALAZAR
The prosperous Chang'an, where multiple religions coexist harmoniously!
Chang'an has erected immortal monuments in the cultural history of China. Various religions converged in Chang'an via the 'Silk Road', coexisting in diversity and harmony.
At the Louguantai on the northern foot of Zhongnan Mountain, also known as the 'Preaching Platform', is where Laozi expounded the 'Tao Te Ching' and one of the birthplaces of Taoism in China, revered as 'the world's foremost blessed land'.
Chang'an witnessed the flourishing development of Chinese Buddhism. The Daxingshan Temple, Da Ci'en Temple, Da Jianfu Temple, and Ximing Temple became centers for Buddhist scripture translation in succession, with the translation achievements of monks like Xuanzang, Yijing, and Amoghavajra being particularly notable.
The Qinglong Temple in Xi'an is an important site for Esoteric Buddhism, where the Tang dynasty monk Huiguo once presided. The Japanese monk Kukai, who was part of the Japanese missions to Tang China, studied under Huiguo here and later founded the Shingon school in Japan.
The Huayan Temple in Chang'an is the ancestral temple of the Huayan school (also known as the Kegon school). All five patriarchs of the Huayan school were granted imperial titles and revered as national masters.
Among them, the fourth patriarch Chengguan (National Master Qingliang) was proficient in the Tripitaka of sutras, vinaya, and shastras, 'served nine dynasties and seven emperors as a teacher', lived to be one hundred and two years old. Emperor Wenzong of Tang suspended the court for three days upon his death, and the whole country mourned. His pagoda is named 'Miaojue'.
The craftsmanship of the Manjusri Hall in Daxingshan Temple is extremely exquisite, and the statue of Prince Wenhui in Guangming Temple is lifelike. The murals in the Bodhisattva Temple and Xianyi Observatory, painted by Wu Daozi, feature flowing celestial garments and a dynamic atmosphere that fills the walls.
During the Northern Wei period, Zoroastrianism was introduced into China. In Tang dynasty Chang'an, Zoroastrian temples were built in the administrative divisions of Buzhengfang, Liquanfang, Puningfang, and Jinggongfang, with the position of Sabao managing Zoroastrian affairs.
Nestorianism, or the Church of the East, is represented by the 'Nestorian Stele', which records the earliest spread of Christianity in China!
In the second year of the Yonghui era of the Tang dynasty (651), the Rashidun Caliphate (Arab Empire) sent its first mission to China, introducing Islam. The Great Mosque of Xi'an in Huajue Alley, built in the first year of the Tianbao era of the Tang dynasty (742), is one of the earliest mosques in China.
Empress Wu Zetian had a preference for Manichaeism, thus allowing the Persian Mani to spread the religion in Chang'an.
Numerous palaces and temples stood in Chang'an, with Zoroastrian temples, Uyghur Guangming Temple, and Syrian Daqin Temple widely established among them.
Harper Walker 345~
Visit Xi'an Museum
#chinatrip
Xi'an Museum is a cultural institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing the city's rich history and cultural heritage. The museum features a diverse collection of artifacts spanning thousands of years. Here, you can learn about ancient pottery, sculptures, calligraphy and historical relics from various Chinese dynasties. The museum offers a fascinating journey through the city's storied past, providing insights into its pivotal role as a cradle of Chinese civilization.
Melanie.
The Xi'an Museum
The Xi'an Museum was designed and overseen by Academician Zhang Jinqiu. It covers an area of 245 acres and includes three parts: the Jianfu Temple Garden Scenic Area, the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, and the museum itself. It officially opened to the public on May 18, 2007.
Not only can you view cultural relics at the Xi'an Museum, but you can also visit the Small Wild Goose Pagoda scenic area. You can take your time strolling with friends and family for an entire afternoon! It's also a great spot for taking photos!
LiamDraper52
Silk Road Luminance | Ancient Glass Art Exhibition from the Mediterranean to Chang'an (With Guide)
Silk Road Luminance | Ancient Glass Art Exhibition from the Mediterranean to Chang'an (With Guide)
Whenever I visit a new place, the first stop is always the museum. After a self-drive tour from Chengdu to Western Sichuan, I arrived in Xi'an to explore the grandeur of the Tang Dynasty.
My first day was dedicated to a museum tour, with the Xi'an Museum being my initial destination. The Xi'an Museum offered me numerous surprises, among which the most delightful was the special exhibition "Silk Road Luminance"!
I believe no one can resist the allure of these radiant, jewel-like glass pieces. Some of their colors are truly stunning. The glass designs from different countries are all unique, offering a feast for the eyes. The exhibition, combining high technology with cultural relics, is meticulously curated, vividly presenting the information about the glass exhibits to visitors!
--- Exhibition Introduction ---
The entire exhibition is divided into three sections: "The First Spark of the Furnace", "Radiant Brilliance", and "Flowing Colors of Glass". By showcasing the development of glass art, it introduces the distinctive features of glass art under different cultural backgrounds and time periods.
--- Transportation ---
1. Bus: Take bus No. 29, 18, 32, etc., and get off at the Small Wild Goose Pagoda station, then walk to the museum.
2. Subway: Take subway line 2 or 5 and get off at the South Slightly Gate station, then walk to the museum.
--- Basic Guide ---
[Ticket Price] Free
[Opening Hours] 09:00-18:00 (All day); Last admission: 17:00 (March 15th - October 31st, Wednesday - Monday) All day
[Address] No. 72, Friendship West Road, Beilin District, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province
--- Travel Tips ---
[1] It is recommended to book museum tickets in advance during holidays to avoid affecting your itinerary.
[2] The museum is a great place for children. Visiting the museum indoors is also a good choice in summer.
[3] Please maintain decorum while visiting the museum. Enjoy a civilized travel experience.
Johnathan Liu
If you can't make a reservation at Shaanxi History Museum, come here first to take a look
Xi'an Museum
Ticket: Free
📍Detailed address:
37 Zhuque Street, Beilin District
🚉Transportation strategy:
Take Metro Line 2 or 5 to Nanshaomen Station, exit from Exit F, and walk straight to the left
👍Most recommended:
Must-see exhibits: Tang Dynasty tri-colored flying horse, hooked cloud thunder pattern ding, Qin cloud pattern tall-footed jade cup, gilded wind bird bronze bell, Western Han Dynasty horse hoof gold, etc.
❤Recommended reason:
It's too hard to make a reservation at Shaanxi History Museum, so why not come here first? It's also a good choice. Search for Xi'an Museum to make a reservation, and it's usually easier to get tickets.
Evelyn.Reynolds.32
Xi'an Photo Spots|Let's see who hasn't come to see the hydrangeas yet
Let's see who hasn't come to see the hydrangeas yet.🏞 The endless summer at the Small Wild Goose Pagoda
💫 The beauty of a rainy day is no less than that of a sunny day~
🌸 Hydrangea season: about 25-30 days
🕔 Best viewing time: from the end of May to the end of June
🕹 Location: Xi'an Museum (Enter from the north gate, walk to the end, and the flower sea is on the left hand side)
🏃 Route: Take Xi'an Metro Line 2/5 to Nanshaomen Station, exit from Gate F, and walk 50 meters to arrive
🍀 Admission: Free (reservation required in advance, search for 'Xi'an Museum' to book a time slot, enter the park with an ID card, if you don't have an ID card, you can get a ticket at the window,
🕔 Opening hours: 9:00-18:00 (no entry after 17:00, closed on Tuesdays)
SeekingNewHorizons
In the summer breeze, the hydrangea sea in Xi'an awaits your embrace
I dare say that many citizens of Xi'an have probably never appreciated the hidden beauty of the Little Wild Goose Pagoda. After careful renovation and upgrading, the Little Wild Goose Pagoda seems to have revived the garden splendor of the Tang Dynasty, like a vivid historical scroll, eliciting endless admiration.
The hydrangea sea in May is like nature's palette, decorating the Little Wild Goose Pagoda into a dreamlike fantasy, becoming a sacred place for internet celebrities to check in. The colorful sea of flowers, like blooming smiles, welcomes every visitor.
And next to the sea of flowers, the original wood resting pavilion filled with forest style is an excellent place to cool off in the summer. Sitting in the pavilion, feeling the breeze on your face, it's as if the music of the Tang Dynasty is playing in your ears. The green lawn and the wooden pavilion complement each other, as if you are in a tranquil forest courtyard, refreshing the mind and spirit.
🔮 During the blooming of the hydrangeas, the dreamlike sea of flowers at the Xi'an Museum awaits your visit. These splendid flowers bloom with the brilliance of life, showing a unique beauty. The flowering period lasts for 25-30 days, giving you enough time to appreciate their beauty. 🌸
🗓️ The best time to view is from the end of May to the end of June, when the hydrangeas are like elves in a fairyland, adorning the entire sea of flowers, making you feel as if you are in a magical world. 🌈
The sea of flowers located at the Xi'an Museum can be reached by entering from the north gate and going straight ahead, with the hydrangea sea on your left hand side. 💖
🚇 The travel route is also very convenient. Take Xi'an Metro Line 2 or Line 5 to Nanshaomen Station, and after exiting from Exit F, walk 50 meters to reach the beautiful sea of flowers. 🚶♀️
In this sea of hydrangeas, you will feel the magical charm of nature and taste the splendor and diversity of life. Come to the Xi'an Museum and encounter this beautiful sea of flowers! 💐
beadlike.brianna
Xi'an Museum
Finally checked in! Who came up with this idea?! It's really brilliant!! Have been planning for a long time
Navigation location: Ticket office at the west gate of Xi'an Museum
Tea drinking check-in strategy:
Reservation required: Make a reservation on 【Xi'an Museum】, bring your ID card and go on time! (Available for reservation at any time, tickets are in high demand, it's better to book one day in advance)
Best photo spots: Around 16:30 at the southeast/southwest corner of the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, behind the flash store, the Morning Bell and Evening Drum Tower sign, √ free entry
During the New Year period: 9:00-20:00, stop entering at 19:30 (until the end of February) Off-season: 9:00-17:00, stop entering at 16:30 (November-14th March)
Tea evaluation: The flash store sells 4 types of tea lattes and 2 types of pure tea. Ordered two cups of tea latte, both with less sugar, both very tasty, totaling 37【Zhuizhitou】Oolong tea base, with a fresh magnolia flavor, light tea taste【Jianghuahuo】Black tea base, rich tea aroma, a bit sweeter, also offers tea snacks, shortbread, fridge magnets, scarves, and other cultural and creative products
carefullybottomry
Detailed 4-day tour guide for visiting and eating in Xi'an during the Spring Festival | Tested text version
| Tested text version. Come to Xi'an for the New Year and winter vacation
Wear Hanfu, eat carbohydrates, visit museums, ride bikes on the city wall, Chang Hen Ge...
I have prepared a 4-day 3-night
Nanny-level Xi'an tour guide
Day 1
Landing in Xi'an nationwide
Accommodation recommended near the Big Wild Goose Pagoda
Westin/Shangmei Lijia/Furong Pavilion/Wanli/Yazhi/Meiju.. are all good
The surrounding subway, attractions, and dining are convenient
Go to Chang'an Twelve Hours in the afternoon
The lady changes into Hanfu directly,
There are various small theater NPCs inside
A random shot is a blockbuster
After visiting, a few steps away is Datang Everbright City
The night view is particularly beautiful at night
There are many performances, and you can collect the performance time
Day 2
Just take a walk around the most classic citywalk in Xi'an
Small Wild Goose Pagoda/City Wall/Huimin Street
Go to the Small Wild Goose Pagoda in the morning, the ticket is free
"Xi'an Museum" number to make an appointment in advance
The Small Wild Goose Pagoda is more simple and atmospheric than the Big Wild Goose Pagoda
Here Anrenfang Museum and Xi'an Museum are both free, so go by the way
After visiting, take the subway at Nanshaomen Station, one stop to Yongningmen
Subway station A1 exit directly on the city wall
You must ride a bicycle on the city wall, 45 yuan can ride for 3 hours,
There are lantern festivals when you come here for the New Year, it's very beautiful
After visiting the city wall, you will come down from Wenchangmen to the Beilin Museum
Walk along Shuncheng Alley
Various coffee shops, small tea houses,
Bask in the sun and drink something leisurely
It's really comfortable
Recommended route: Yongningmen——Xiangzimiao Street——Defu Lane——Shuncheng South Road West Section——Gunpowder Bureau Lane——Yingchun South Lane
In addition, we can also go to
A popular food check-in place in the Bell Tower——Bell Tower Community,
Close to the Bell and Drum Tower Huimin Street
There is a carbohydrate explosion here, eat until you support the wall
Recommended food:
Zhaoji Suzhai Mung Bean Pie/Yuze Double Pepper Chicken Noodle/Xiaoli Braised Noodle/Dongfang Clay Pot Rice
Qiaoji Cage Meat Sandwich/Mo Authentic Belt Noodles/Chen Liji Beef Noodles/
Xiaoxiangzi Satay Noodles/Paperboard Mixed Noodles/Heji Sugar Water
In the evening, we will go to Huimin Street to eat and drink
Here are two routes recommended by our locals
One is to enter from Dapiyuan Lane
Dapiyuan—Xiaopiyuan—Temple Back Street—Guangji Street—Daxuexi Lane
This road is delicious for decades
Another one is to enter from Sajin Bridge, and there are morning markets on Thursdays and Sundays
Considering that it is easy to step on thunder when eating in Huimin Street
I have sorted out the shops that our locals love to eat
Can be searched on the map
Pao Mo: Yizhen Building, Old Liu Family, Ma Hong Small Stir-fried Pao Mo
Barbecue: Ma Le Barbecue Ma Feng Barbecue Gao Family Barbecue
Various snacks:
Hongshunxiang Lu Juice Cold Noodles
Xiaojia Babao Porridge
Shijia Buns
Dingjia Crispy Meat
Small house steamed meat
Shaanxi Shisan Ice Cream
Southeast Asian Zeng Cake
Old Jinjia Egg Vegetable Sandwich
Li Weiyi Hot and Sour Soup
Yang Tianyu Beef Sandwich
Old Wu Family Oil Tea Twist
Flower Grandma Plum Soup
Liu Ming Persimmon Paste Tower
Souvenirs: Ma Jiguang Rice Cake, Junjun Mung Bean Cake, Liu Jixiao Beef Jerky
Day 3
You must go to the museum when you come to Xi'an
It doesn't matter if you can't make an appointment at the Shaanxi History Museum
Recommend these two newly opened museums
Absolutely not losing Shaanxi History Museum after visiting
One is the new museum of Shaanxi History Museum, Qin and Han Museum
Get off at "Qingong" station on Metro Line 14
A lot of good things from Shaanxi History Museum have moved here
The second is the Shaanxi Archaeological Museum
It's twice as big as the Shaanxi History Museum, with a lot of cultural relics
The experience is particularly good
The above two museums are also free
Make an appointment on the "Shaanxi History Museum" and "Shaanxi Archaeological Museum" numbers
After visiting the museum during the day,
Take the 9th subway line to Huaqing Palace to watch Chang Hen Ge at night
The winter version of the Ice and Fire Chang Hen Ge is really awesome
It's a waste not to watch it when you come to Xi'an
Day 4
Recommend a snow play route for friends in the south
The best place to play snow closest to the city——Cuihua Mountain
Can arrive in 40 minutes
In the snow play area
Ride a sled, snowmobile, snow ring
You can also build a snowman and have a snowball fight
Adults and children love to play
Xi'an has been snowing several times recently,
There must be snow here when you come here for the New Year
SereneAdventures
Xi'an Museum
You need to make an appointment in advance before going to the Xi'an Museum, you can choose the time slot independently, swipe your ID card to enter, the Small Wild Goose Pagoda and the museum are in the same park, both can be visited~
BenjaminRogers^79
Winter vacation to Xi'an parent-child 5-day super full guide||
||. Winter vacation to Xi'an parent-child 5-day super full guide
A Chang'an city, half of Chinese history, 100 years to see Shanghai, 1000 years to see Beijing, 5000 years to see Xi'an. When the flowers bloom, it is the flourishing Tang Dynasty here, and when it snows in winter❄️, it is like a dream back to the unparalleled Chang'an city~ You must bring your child to Xi'an in winter, and travel back to the Tang Dynasty to experience a day of the Tang people~
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✨✨Must-play experiences for children:
1️⃣Go to the Muslim Street to taste authentic Shaanxi cuisine🍜, this is the most concentrated snack district in Xi'an
2⃣️Feel the Qin terracotta warriors and horses with thousands of faces, and make your own unique terracotta warriors
3⃣️Feel the speed and passion of winter, Bai Lu Yuan happy skiing⛷️
4⃣️Enter Bai Lu Yuan Film and Television City, understand the folk customs and residential buildings of Guanzhong, and taste the unique flavor of Guanzhong cuisine
5⃣️Experience Guanzhong folk customs, watch shadow puppet interaction, visit cave dwellings, visit the elderly, and explore tunnels
6⃣️Chinese treasures 'Forest of Steles Museum' 'Xi'an Museum' research study🧑🏻🎓
7⃣️Night tour of the Tang Dynasty Everbright City, dream back to the Tang Dynasty, experience a day of the Tang people
8⃣️Watch the running live song and dance performance 'Camel Bell Legend'🐫
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🍽🍽Must-eat food for children:
Jia San Soup Dumplings, Beef and Mutton Paomo, Water Basin Mutton, Sesame Cold Noodles, Ding Family Crispy Meat, Beef Pie, Stir-fried Paomo, Dark Cuisine 'Braised Jelly', Meatball Hulatang, Honey Cold Zongzi, Osmanthus Persimmon Cake, Rose Mirror Cake, etc.
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👨👩👦👦👨👩👦👦5-day 4-night parent-child camp recommendation:
D1: Arrive in Xi'an from all over the country
D2: Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum-Terracotta Warriors and Horses VR Cinema-Make your own Terracotta Warriors and Horses-Night tour of the Tang Dynasty Everbright City
D3: Play all day in Bai Lu Yuan Film and Television City-First experience of skiing
D4: Xi'an Museum-Small Wild Goose Pagoda-Forest of Steles-Bookstore Gate-Camel Bell Legend-Yongxingfang
D5: Ming City Wall-Yuanjia Village-Return to the warm home
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👩🏫👩🏫Practical Tips:
1. It is recommended to play with the camp for the first time to Xi'an, no need to worry about ticket & activity reservation, accommodation, car rental, etc., the experience is better🌟🌟
2. Don't buy special products on Muslim Street, the price is high and it's not cost-effective
3. If you take a taxi, you must take a regular taxi, and don't take a black car
4. When doing outdoor activities, pay attention to add more clothes to the child to avoid catching a cold
5. The scenic spots in Xi'an are relatively large, be sure to wear sports shoes, you have to walk a lot...
6. Parents who plan to take photos can collect favorite works and makeup pictures in advance to communicate with the photographer and makeup artist
JetsetNomad$333
Xi'an Museum is also worth a visit!
Contrary to what some netizens say, it's not that bad. Although it's not great, I think it's worth spending 1-2 hours browsing.
The nearby 'Small Wild Goose Pagoda' and 'Anrenfang Site Exhibition Hall' are highly recommended!
If you really don't have time, you must definitely visit the Small Wild Goose Pagoda and Anrenfang. Especially Anrenfang, it's newly renovated and very beautiful. It only takes half an hour to visit, but it will leave a deep impression on you!
BRIDGER BRIGGS
The museums in Xi'an have camels, horses? No, there are also mules
There is a saying, 'Museums have become the footprints of human yesterday, the mirror of today, and the foundation of tomorrow.'
There is another saying: 'Young people always think that history begins from their time.'
Looking at the museums in Shaanxi, you can gain a sense of pride, because Shaanxi is uniquely blessed with several highlights of our country's history - a large number of cultural relics from the Zhou, Qin, Han and Tang dynasties, allowing you to taste the characteristics of an era and the brilliance of a civilization from specific artifacts.
Let's take a look at the footprints of yesterday presented by the Xi'an Museum
The basic display theme of the Xi'an Museum is 'Imperial Capital Wonders', closely revolving around ancient Chang'an, the unearthed cultural relics and dynastic features of the ancient capitals, displayed in three exhibition halls (basement level one).
Among the cultural relics unearthed from Tang tombs, there are a large number of themes about horses, which perfectly fit the saying 'Tang is on horseback, Song is in the boudoir, Ming is in the market', the heroic posture of Tang women is fully displayed on horseback, and fine horses have become a very good creative theme.
And this Tang. Tri-color Hu people leaping horse, with a vivid shape and beautiful glaze color, is the only masterpiece in the Tang tri-color theme.
This blue-glazed cargo snail is not found in other museums, and the three-color short-tailed saddle horse on the left is a Tang tri-color masterpiece...
To sum up in one sentence, compared to the profoundness of Shaanxi History Museum, Xi'an Museum is elegant and special...
PassionateWanderlust
Decided to have a fun encounter with the atmosphere of Chang'an in Xi'an this winter
Brick red, goose feather snow, black green tiles, Xi'an becomes Chang'an once it snows🏮
👀Xi'an in winter is definitely worth a visit. In addition to the original millennium historical and cultural heritage, the unique charm of Chang'an❄️ is even more fascinating.
🤲Everyone has a Chang'an in their heart, outlining their own prosperous times. This time, let's step into this ancient capital together, understand every brick and tile here, climb the city wall, listen to the senior lecturer🗣 explain the history of cultural relics, watch the live performance of the ceiling of 'The Song of Everlasting Regret', taste the special Shaanxi cuisine... deeply feel the charm of this ancient capital😍
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👣Quick look at the itinerary
Arrive in Xi'an—Datang Never Night City·Twelve Hours Free Walk
Huaqing Palace—Qin Banquet—Handmade Terracotta Warriors—Terracotta Warriors—The Song of Everlasting Regret
Xi'an Museum—Changan Dapaidang—Gao's Mansion—Bell and Drum Tower—Sajin Bridge
Beilin Museum—Shuyuanmen·Afternoon Tea—City Wall—Yongxingfang
Xi'an Free Walk (wherever you want to go)—Send the plane at the right time
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🔥Deep play
🔅Special invitation to senior big coffee explanation, Xi'an city wall, Beilin Museum, Terracotta Warriors 3 games, refuse 0 interaction to make history lively and no longer boring👍
🔅Terracotta Warriors production, like ancient craftsmen, make a Terracotta Warrior of your own
🔅Collect stamps of clearance documents📰Collect stamps in major museums, become a small national treasure collector, and leave your exclusive memory of Xi'an
🔅Rubbing experience, feel the traditional rubbing art, understand the text password behind the tile🐾
🔅Watch 'The Song of Everlasting Regret', a large-scale live performance of the ceiling, taste the love story of Tang Xuanzong and Yang Guifei
🔅Shadow puppet show performance, taste a pot of Fu tea in Gao's Mansion, watch the ancient folk traditional art
🔅2 special meals
✓Changan Dapaidang, national tide Shaanxi cuisine🥗
✓Daqin Xiaoyan, general, phase, and Qin separate meal experience food
🔅Look for authentic food at Sajin Bridge, Yongxingfang, and Muslim Street, and taste Xi'an flavor🍢
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🏯Cultural history feast
of the First Qin Emperor Museum —The location of the Terracotta Warriors, World Cultural Heritage
Beilin Museum —The collection is rich in types, with cultural relics such as inscriptions from all dynasties, and rubbings from all dynasties are unique collections😍
Palace —Royal garden, large-scale and magnificent architecture
Song of Everlasting Regret —Live performance of the ceiling, whether it is the subject matter, acting skills, makeup and other aspects are worth a look
Twelve Hours —The first immersive Tang style market life block, enjoy 1 second into the Tang Dynasty💕
Never Night City —Imitation Tang cultural architecture, dazzling
City Wall —The oldest and most complete ancient city wall building in existence
—Intangible cultural heritage characteristic block
Mansion —Real Ming and Qing architecture🕵
Street —Hui style food
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🎀Relaxing vacation
✔️Private group, 1 single 1 group, 2 people start booking, enjoy the ancient capital time
✔️Selected 5-star hotel for 4 nights without moving
✔️Xi'an native itinerary planning, reasonable and attentive
✔️Private car driver travel, 24h pick-up and drop-off on the day of assembly and disbanding
✔️Full ticket, save trouble and immerse in play
TERESA MCDANIEL
Street foods from Xi’an famous Muslim street. #xian #Xi’anfood
Anonymous_Traveller
Food diary of Xi An
What’s your favourite food from Xi An? If you ask me, it got to be the 羊肉泡馍。羊肉泡馍 is a delicacy by tearing up the Chinese nann into very small pieces, the size of chopstick. It’s like do it yourself! After tearing up into pieces, pass it back to the chef to add mutton soup and meat. It’s delicious. Xi An is well known as a carbohydrate city, they adores food made with flour. Afterwards, you must try the skewers. They are so delicious and the spices used give it such a unique and distinct flavour. I’m lovin it.#food #xian