The ancient capital where the Silk Road began. Xi'an is home to one of the world's great archaeological wonders — the Terracotta Army.
Must-see highlights
- Terracotta Warriors — thousands of life-size soldiers.
- Ancient City Wall — bike or stroll the 14-km wall.
- Muslim Quarter — street food and the Great Mosque.
- Big Wild Goose Pagoda — a Tang-dynasty landmark.
Suggested time
2 days covers the essentials comfortably.