Discover Xi'an

西安 · 古都丝路

Ancient imperial capital. Birthplace of Chinese civilisation. Home to the Terracotta Army, the Silk Road, and some of the world's most spectacular history — all within a single walled city.

📍 Location

Shaanxi Province, central China. 34.27°N, 108.95°E. Elevation ~396m. Capital of Shaanxi and gateway to the ancient Silk Road.

🗓 Best Time to Visit

Spring (Mar–May): warm, blossoming, ideal
Autumn (Sep–Nov): mild, golden, superb
Avoid July–Aug: hot, humid, peak crowds
Winter: cold but fewer tourists, magical snow

✈ Getting There

Xi'an Xianyang Airport (XIY) — 45 min from city
High-speed rail from Beijing ~4.5hrs
HSR from Shanghai ~6hrs, Chengdu ~3hrs
Xi'an North Station (高鐵) and Xi'an Station

💰 Currency & Costs

Chinese Yuan (RMB ¥). Budget ¥200–350/day; mid-range ¥500–1,000/day; luxury ¥1,500+/day. Mobile pay (WeChat Pay, Alipay) dominant; carry some cash for markets.

🌐 Practical Info

VPN required for Google, WhatsApp, Instagram
Visa required for most nationalities
Pre-book Terracotta Warriors tickets online
Time Zone: CST (UTC+8)

📞 Emergency Numbers

Police: 110
Ambulance: 120
Fire: 119
Tourist Helpline: 12301

🌤 Weather & When to Go

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Spring

March – May

8°C – 25°C

Best season. Warm, parks in bloom, comfortable for walking the City Wall. Occasional dust from the Loess Plateau.

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Summer

June – August

25°C – 40°C

Hot and humid. Peak tourist season with long queues at major sights. Carry water and start early.

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Autumn

September – November

10°C – 26°C

Ideal. Clear blue skies, mild temperatures, golden light. Harvest season brings excellent produce to the markets.

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Winter

December – February

-5°C – 8°C

Cold and dry. Magical atmosphere at the City Wall in snow. Far fewer tourists. Chinese New Year is spectacular.