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Visiting Xi'an, China


The capital of Shanxi Province was once the largest settlement in the world. Today the walls of the Ming dynasty and the Tang palace walls hint at the city's glorious past. But to get a real idea of... more » The capital of Shanxi Province was once the largest settlement in the world. Today the walls of the Ming dynasty and the Tang palace walls hint at the city's glorious past. But to get a real idea of Xi'an's former might, stare in awe at the 7000 massed terra-cotta Qin Bingmayong Bowuguan warriors and soldiers. Don't miss the Snahxi History Museum or a chance to heat up at former imperial bathing spot, Huaqing Hot Springs. Catch taxis or be brave and bike around the flat, but hectic, city. « less

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32 Things to Do

4 Restaurants

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Weather

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Monthly Averages
Month
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Low
Nov
52°F 11°C
35°F 1°C
Dec
41°F 5°C
25°F -3°C
Jan
38°F 3°C
23°F -5°C
Feb
47°F 8°C
30°F -1°C
Mar
56°F 13°C
38°F 3°C
Apr
69°F 20°C
48°F 8°C
Extended Forecast
Sunday
22 Nov
Hi:
50°F 10°C
Lo:
30°F -1°C
Monday
23 Nov
Hi:
51°F 10°C
Lo:
33°F 0°C
Tuesday
24 Nov
Hi:
53°F 11°C
Lo:
33°F 0°C

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Sheraton Xian Hotel

20 Nov 2009

This is an old hotel but updated. beautiful lobby & nice staff. however it is in good shape & you won't be disappointed, room is old fasion but accepted for 4 star hotel. very small bath room. it...more

Xi'an Garden Hotel

20 Nov 2009

Stayed here at the recommendation of a local friend. Hotel is within walking distance of the Wild Goose Pagoda, Museum and lots of other sites. The square nearby is lively at night with dancing and...more

Sofitel Xian On Renmin Square

4 of 5 stars
Ottawa, Ontario
19 Nov 2009

We booked a "Superior" room for this hotel through Agoda and upon check-in, we automatically received a free upgrade to a Luxury room. Our upgraded room was nice and very big. The bathroom was also an...more

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