Xian - The Artist City 
  
Xian - General Information |
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Currency |
Renminbi (RMB), Yuan (CNY) |
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Language |
Chinese |
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Area |
9,983 Km² |
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Climate |
Xian has a continental climate
with hot summers and cold, dry winters. |
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| Summer: |
Max-
98.6°F (37°C) | Min- 60.8°F(16°C) |
| Winter: |
Max-
39.2°F (4°C) | Min- 23°F(-5°C) |
| Also known as: |
Chang’an, Xia'n, mountain city,
the capital of table delicacies, fog city and artist city. |
| Famous for: |
Its terracotta army, festivals and colleges. |
| Geographical Location: |
Located in the southern part of the Guanzhong
Plain, with Qinling Mountains to the south and the Weihe River to the
north. |
| Latitude, Longitude & Altitude: |
34°16'N 108°54'E and 405 meters above
sea level. |
| Best time to visit: |
March to June (Spring). |
| Neighbouring Cities: |
Da Xian, Qu Xian, Sinan, Jianyang, Xianyang. |
| Means of Local Transport: |
Buses, taxis/cabs and trains. |
Overview
Xian is the capital of the Shaanxi Province in China. The city of Xian is
located in the south of the Guanzhong Plain and has a rich history of
Chinese civilization and culture. The city of Xian is regarded as one of the
most important cities in Chinese history, Xi'an is one of the Four Great
Ancient Capitals of China. Xiant has been the capital of 13 dynasties,
including the Zhou, Qin, Han, the Sui dynasty, and the Tang. Xi'an is also
renowned for being the eastern terminus of the Silk Road and for the
location of the Terracotta Army, made during the Qin Dynasty. The city is
bestowed with a very historic culture and is known as a famous tourist
destination in China. The city has various archaeological and heritage sites
that are worth watching.
Apart from this the City of Xi'an has re-emerged as an important cultural,
industrial and educational center of the central-northwest region, with
facilities for research and development, national security and China's space
exploration. The city also houses a large number of shopping centers, hotels
and convention centers. The city also has a glamorous nightlife and is
famous for its traditional cuisines and delicacies. The city of Xian serves
as a perfect destination to explore the vast cultural and heritage elements
of the rich Chinese history.
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