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Xian Travel Guide
Xi'an, historically known as Chang'an, is the capital of the Shananxi province. As one of the oldest cities in Chinese history, Xi'an is one of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China because it has been the capital of many important dynasties, including the Zhou, Qin, Han, Sui and Tang dynasties.
Although in the city have many areas that are easily accessible on foot. The metro, taxi, train, expressway composed the city's convenience transportation system. Xi'an is the synthesis of ancient and modern.
Xi'an has a rich and culturally significant history. The Terracotta Army, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Small Wild Goose Pagoda, Ancient City Wall and Huaqing Spring etc are the symbol of history, at the same time they become the hot destinations for travelers. On the literature and art, Xi'an also takes an indispensable role. Qinqiang - oldest and most extensive of the four major types of Chinese opera, Chang'an School - important modern Chinese school of traditional arts, textile town – an art district, all of these are the achievement of Xi'an.
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