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Xi'an

City · Shaanxi Province, 🇨🇳 China
Population 12,952,907
Area 1,257 km²
Time zone Asia/Shanghai
Official website www.xa.gov.cn

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Xi'an Essentials

Once the capital of the Tang Dynasty, Xi'an's historical core is anchored by the 14th-century Bell and Drum Towers and the fortified Yongning Gate. The Shaanxi History Museum preserves imperial artifacts, while the Big and Small Wild Goose Pagodas remain as monumental Buddhist landmarks. Cultural sites include the 8th-century Great Mosque and the Stele Forest's stone inscriptions. Immersive experiences at Tang Paradise and the Longest Day in Chang'an block recreate ancient street life, complemented by the traditional Shaanxi flavors of Yongxingfang.

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Xi'an Essentials

Xi'an, once the capital of thirteen dynasties, preserves its imperial legacy through these central landmarks. The 14th-century Bell and Drum Towers stand as iconic Ming Dynasty symbols in the city center. Nearby, the Stele Forest houses a vast collection of stone calligraphy and historical inscriptions. To the south, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda remains a significant Buddhist site dating back to the Tang Dynasty, while the Shaanxi History Museum showcases over 370,000 relics, ranging from prehistoric pottery to ornate gold and silver artifacts.

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Ancient Landmarks

Xi’an’s historical landscape is defined by its preservation of Tang and Ming dynasty structures. This collection features the central Bell and Drum Towers, which signaled the city's daily rhythms for centuries, and the Big and Small Wild Goose Pagodas, built to house sacred Buddhist scriptures. The list also includes the expansive Daming Palace heritage site and key sections of the fortification system, such as the Hanguang Gate, which reveals the city’s original Sui and Tang dynasty foundations.

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Museums & Art Galleries

Xi'an's museum landscape spans two millennia, from the Shaanxi History Museum's collection of Tang dynasty treasures to contemporary works at the Xi'an Art Museum. The Stele Forest houses thousands of engraved stone tablets, while the Calligraphy Museum preserves China's oldest ink traditions. Historic structures like the Drum Tower and Big Wild Goose Pagoda provide examples of Ming architecture and Buddhist heritage. For local culture, the Folk House showcases traditional crafts within a preserved Qing dynasty residence, and the 8th Route Army Memorial documents the city's revolutionary history.

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Parks & Gardens

Xi'an’s parks blend imperial history with botanical diversity, featuring restored Tang Dynasty architecture and expansive archaeological sites. This collection includes the UNESCO-listed Daming Palace ruins, the 1,300-year-old Small Wild Goose Pagoda, and the Xi'an Botanical Garden, which houses over 3,400 plant species. From the cherry blossoms of Qinglong Temple to the Han-style waterways of Hancheng Lake, these green spaces offer a unique look at the city's heritage and traditional garden design.

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Xi'an — Map

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Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: March, April, October

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 3°) · extremes -8°–14°
  • -2° at night
  • 2 rainy days
  • 10 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in February

Poor
  • 12° (feels like 8°) · extremes -4°–20°
  • 0° at night
  • 3 rainy days
  • 8 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in March

Great
  • 18° (feels like 15°) · extremes -1°–27°
  • 5° at night
  • 5 rainy days
  • 11 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in April

Great
  • 25° (feels like 23°) · extremes 4°–34°
  • 11° at night
  • 7 rainy days
  • 11 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in May

Good
  • 30° (feels like 28°) · extremes 11°–37°
  • 16° at night
  • 10 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in June

Poor
  • 34° · extremes 16°–40°
  • 21° at night
  • 10 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 7 · high
Up to 13 days above 35°

Typical weather in July

Poor
  • 35° (feels like 37°) · extremes 20°–40°
  • 23° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 7 · high
Up to 15 days above 35°

Typical weather in August

Poor
  • 34° (feels like 36°) · extremes 18°–40°
  • 22° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high
Up to 12 days above 35°

Typical weather in September

Good
  • 28° · extremes 12°–36°
  • 17° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in October

Great
  • 22° (feels like 20°) · extremes 5°–29°
  • 11° at night
  • 10 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in November

Good
  • 15° (feels like 12°) · extremes -2°–23°
  • 4° at night
  • 5 rainy days
  • 11 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in December

Poor
  • 9° (feels like 5°) · extremes -6°–15°
  • -1° at night
  • 2 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 2 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Chinese Yuan CNY ¥ · Card payments · Cash preferred
Emergency numbers
110 Police
Electricity
Type A / Type C / Type I
220 V · 50 Hz
Languages
Chinese
Tap water
Not safe to drink
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+86
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Tours & Activities

Shaanxi History Museum
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Bell Tower of Xi'an
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Big Wild Goose Pagoda

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