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	Currency	Renminbi (RMB), Yuan (CNY)
	Language	Chinese
	Area	9,983 Km²
	Climate	Xian has a continental climate with hot summers and cold, dry winters.


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.