Xi’an is not only a historical and culture city, but also a trendy city permeated with modern tempo
Ancient capital Xi'an, the tourism dream is over the time
The cultural and historical significance of the area, as well as the abundant relics and sites, help Xian enjoy the laudatory title of 'Natural History Museum'
Countless ancient architecture and valuable historical relics have been preserved above and under the ground
Culture Qin:Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
It is the first multi-functional museum complex which integrates museum, monuments and park
As the symbol of the old-line Xian, Big Wild Goose Pagoda is a well-preserved ancient building and a holy place for Buddhists
Tang Paradise is located in the Qujiang Resort, southeast of the Xian City, Shaanxi Province
Grand Park Hotel Xi’an
Xi'an Train Station is ranked as Class A by the nation standard with all the modern facilities
the Chinese dumpling has a long history and is an essential part of celebra-tory meals such as those prepared for the Chinese lunar Spring Festival
This is the famous Halal snacks street in ancient Xi’an City and the only professional food market that runs exclusive Halal food
the Grand Hongkong Restaurant has won many honors and titles
Lying at the foot of Zhongnan Mountain, Xi’an Yajian International Golf Club covers an area of over 214 acres
Located just inside the South Gate, Park Qin with the unique decoration to the variety of drink specials
Kai Yuan Shopping Mall is regarded as one of the biggest shopping mall in Xi'an
Shopping
With its rapid economic development, Xian is regarded as one of the most important cities in northwestern China. There are many big shopping centers, department stores and supermarkets in and around the city, centered mainly along Dong Dajie, Nan Dajie and Jiefang Lu.
Department Stores
Located between the ancient Bell tower and Drum tower, Century Ginwa Shopping Mall is a landscaped square with profound cultural connotations as well as a high quality, exclusive shopping center. The mall opened in 1998 and now houses over sixty world-famous brands for discriminating customers, including Bally, Burberry, Dior, Givenchy, Lancome, Estee Lauder, and other all of which make Ginwa a fashion center in Xian
Opposite Ginwa is Kai Yuan Shopping Mall, one of the biggest department stores in Xian. Both the price and the quality of the commodities and the sales service are often praised by shoppers, who have made it one of the most popular shopping places in Xian..
Other Recommendations:
Minsheng Department Store, at No. 103, Jiefang Lu
Parkson Shopping Center is popular in Xian and now there are three Parkson
Xian Luck Parkson: 119, Dong Dajie (Opposite the Hyatt Regency Hotel)
Xian Shidai Parkson: Shidai Shengdian Plaza, Xi Dajie
Xian Chang'an Parkson: 38, Chang'an Zhong Lu
Supermarkets
Supermarkets are numerous in Xian and are primarily distributed around universities and communities. However, there are some in the city center and the suburbs that are also easily accessible. The most famous include Jia Shi Jie (Home Club), Ai Jia (IGA), Hao You Duo (Quality and Quantity), Yi Chu Lian Hua (Lotus Supercenter), Ren Ren Le, etc.
Jia Shi Jie (Home Club):
Opening Hours: 9:00 - 21:00
1. South Gate Branch (Downtown) is situated in Fen Xiang, Nan Dajie.
Bus: No. 600, 603
2. Chang'an Lu Branch (South Suburb) is located at the northeast corner of the crossing of Shida Lu and Chang'an Lu.
Bus: No.19, 44, 101, 215, 239, 408, 600, 603
3. Jin Hua Lu Branch (East Suburb) is situated near the crossing of Changle Lu and Jinhua Lu.
Bus: No. 4, 10, 11, 13, 27, 43, 105, 209, 303, 402, 604, 605
4. Lian Hu Branch (West Suburb) is located at the southwest of the crossing of Daqing Lu and Taoyuan Lu.
Bus: No.2, 12, 45, 103, 104, 207, 210, 222, 223, 224, 301, 303, 605, 803
5. North Suburb Branch is located along the Bei Erhuan Lu (Northern 2nd Ring Road).
Bus: No. 18, 17, 238, 228, 236, 609, 600
6. Nan Erhuan Branch is situated along the Nan Erhuan Lu (Southern 2nd Ring Road).
Bus: No.24, 46, 308, 311, 608
Yi Chu Lian Hua (Lotus Supercenter) TangYan Store
Address: No. 3 Tangyan Lu (Southwest Suburb)
Operating Hours: 8:30 - 22:00
Bus: No.14, 34, 40, 107, 312, 400
Souvenirs
There are many historical relic shops in Xian, such as Shu Yuanmen (an art street), which is laid out in the style of an ancient street; Xian Antique Market; and Wenbaozhai Tour Shopping Center. Tang tri-colored glazed pottery and replicas of clay figures of warriors and horses, as well as folk handicrafts of paper-cut and cloth art, can be found there.
Shu Yuan Men (The Arts Street)
Under the ancient city wall behind the Forest of Steles in Xian, there is a well-known street in the style of ancient towns - Shu Yuan Men. Both sides of the slab stone road are lined with buildings in the Ming and Qing styles. Various crafts and arts are sold on this crowded street all year long. Historical relics, calligraphy, paintings, antiques, jewels, and folk art fine works are all tourist favorites.
Xian Antique Market
Xian Antique Market is located at the intersection of Zhuque Lu and Nan Erhuan Lu (Southern 2nd Ring Road) near the Small Wild Goose Pagoda. From large furniture to small coins, the market contains every possible antique known to collectors - but you should be on guard against replicas.
Wenbaozhai Tour Shopping Center
Wenbaozhai Tour Shopping Center of Xian is one of the earliest fixed tour shops for foreign travelers in the Northwest. It is an important window opening Xian to the outside world, gaining the unanimous praise of Chinese and foreign guests. Dealers sell silk rugs, woolen blankets, silk clothing, jewels, jade articles, calligraphy, paintings, historical relics, antiques, model clay figures of warriors and horses, and bronze cars and horses - altogether 35 categories and more than 200 kinds of goods. The address is No.5 Yanta Lu Zhongduan.