Xi'an
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The Ultimate Travel Itinerary: Xi’an in 3 Days
China is a country with the deepest respect and admiration for its Imperial past, and it’s little wonder why. The city of Xi’an not only marks the centre of China’s ancient Kingdom, but in modern times, the city is known for some of the most significant archaeological discoveries in human history, the Terracotta Warriors. From some of the earliest forms of civilisation to the finest of dynasties, Xi’an is an encyclopaedia of Chinese history, and a worthy stop on any itinerary. In the article, I’ll show you how to hit all of Xi’an’s biggest highlights in just 3 days! The Attractions Xi’an is not only the ancient Chinese capital but…
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The Ultimate Travel Plan: The Terracotta Warriors
The Terracotta Warriors are one of the most significant archaeological excavations in human history and are rightly considered one of the most incredible and best-known attractions in China. The UNESCO World Heritage Site is a large collection of life-size sculptures organised in battle formations that represent the members of the imperial guard which protected Emperor Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of the first unified dynasty of Imperial China. Visitors from every corner of the globe come to witness the awe-inspiring scenes within the excavation pits. It’s easily one of China’s greatest highlights, so here’s a complete guide on visiting the Terracotta Warriors. This article may contain affiliate links which…
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Xi’an
Xi’an is a city with immense history, stretching back to the birthplace of ancient Chinese civilisation. As well as being the former imperial capital for successions of emperors and dynasty’s, the city became the terminal end of the Silk Road, bringing with it influence from the Middle East. The city is also home to one of the pinnacle tourist attractions in the whole country. A site known the world over, often labelled as the 8th wonder of the world. None other than the mighty Terracotta Warriors. Getting There To get to Xi’an from my HQ in Beijing, I had 2 realistic options; train or flight. Due to my pure…
