Xi'an Bell Tower

🚩Itinerary DAY①: City Wall—Bell Tower—Muslim Quarter DAY②: Terracotta Warriors—Huaqing Palace—The Song of Everlasting Sorrow DAY③: Shaanxi History Museum—Big Wild Goose Pagoda—Tang Paradise — 🔥Attraction Features ⭐City Wall: Experience the grandeur of the ancient capital. Walking along the ancient city wall, it's as if you can hear the echoes of history ⭐Bell Tower: The simple elegance of the Bell Tower makes one ponder the millennia of vicissitudes of this city ⭐Muslim Quarter: Snacks so numerous they'll dazzle you, including mutton stew, cold noodles, and roujiamo... ⭐Terracotta Warriors: Rows of lifelike terracotta figures, a testament to the wisdom and skill of ancient artisans ⭐Huaqing Palace: Stroll through the gardens, with the sound of spring water trickling by, recalling the tranquility of ancient gardens ⭐The Song of Everlasting Sorrow: Experience the love and hate between Yang Guifei and Emperor Tang Ming ⭐Shaanxi History Museum: A collection of national treasures that dazzle the eyes ⭐Big Wild Goose Pagoda: Climb the pagoda for a panoramic view of the ancient capital ⭐Tang Paradise: Bright lanterns, bustling night market, delicious food, performances, and small commodities make you linger and forget to return — ⚠️Travel Tips 1⃣️For accommodation, you can choose near the Bell Tower or Big Wild Goose Pagoda. There are many attractions nearby and convenient transportation 2⃣️Xi'an Food Streets: Muslim Quarter, Sajinqiao, Yongxingfang, etc.

Xi'an Travel Guide (4 Days 3 Nights)||Reference for Xi'an Attractions and Itinerary I. Attractions (Personal experience, for reference) 1. Tang Paradise It is a relatively modern commercial street, with a series of viewing spots for check-ins and organized events in the middle, and restaurants and stalls on both sides. We arrived there at 8:30 PM, which was a bit late, as many shows had ended. However, we just caught the 9:00-9:10 PM musical fountain show, which was very impressive and stunning. 2. Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Bell Tower We didn't go up these, just took photos outside for check-ins. Tickets are required to go up. The Big Wild Goose Pagoda can be photographed from the location of the Xuanzang statue in Tang Paradise. The Bell Tower is right at the Bell Tower subway station, and the exit is the best spot for photos. There are many young ladies dressed in Tang-style Hanfu taking pictures, and you have to queue up. 3. Xi'an City Wall Very photogenic. My friend and I walked, only covering a quarter of it. If you want to tour the entire wall, it's recommended to ride a bike. There are bike rental spots on the wall. I was wearing a dress, which was inconvenient for riding. So, if you plan to ride around, remember to wear pants. 4. Mount Hua Exhausting! We took the north to west route (took both the North Peak and West Peak cable cars), and it's not recommended for those with poor physical strength, as it's really tough to climb. The whole journey (bus + cable car + climbing) takes about seven to eight hours, though we did rest a few times. The Plank Walk requires queuing, which my friend and I skipped, as we just wanted to get down the mountain quickly. The Sky Ladder is very short but extremely steep! I'll share a separate note on equipment and transportation later. 5. Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor and Terracotta Army The eighth wonder of the world. It's recommended to buy a ticket with a guide, as the explanation is necessary. Otherwise, you really can't understand what you're seeing—it's just a bunch of clay figures and three big pits. With a guide, they'll introduce the differences between each pit, tell stories, etc. 6. Muslim Quarter If you really want to go, you can visit and check it in. There's no need to buy snacks here, as the cost-performance ratio is not high. The same items are more expensive than the snack street below our hotel. Most shops are like this, though there might be other suitable ones, which we didn't encounter. 7. Shajin Bridge This place is more down-to-earth, looking like an older street, and the things here are relatively more cost-effective. You can buy snacks here. II. Itinerary and Accommodation The hotel is located near the Bell Tower, a ten-minute walk from the subway station. day1 3:25 PM arrival at Xianyang Airport—go to the hotel to drop off things and rest briefly—dinner—Tang Paradise, Big Wild Goose Pagoda—hotel (entire journey by subway) day2 hotel—Mount Hua—Muslim Quarter—hotel (high-speed train + taxi + subway) day3 hotel—Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor and Terracotta Army—Bell Tower photo check-in—hotel (entire journey by subway, ps: there are high-speed trains around 9-10 AM, we didn't catch them) day4 hotel (check out and store luggage)—Xi'an City Wall—Shajin Bridge—return to hotel to pick up luggage—Xianyang Airport (subway + walking)

Just returned from Xi'an, I'm here to share with you full of experiences and some anecdotes! 🕒 Remember the opening hours of the attractions: - Bell Tower & Drum Tower: 30 yuan per person, open from 8:30 to 18:00 (combined ticket 50 yuan) - Xi'an City Wall: 54 yuan per person, from early 8 am to 10 pm, book 7 days in advance - Shaanxi History Museum: Free admission but must book 3 days in advance, closed on Mondays, tickets released on the hour every day - Big Wild Goose Pagoda: 30 yuan per person, from 9 am to 5:30 pm, available for online booking at any time - Tang Paradise: 120 yuan per person, there is a light show at 8 pm, also need to book one week in advance - Terracotta Warriors: 120 yuan per person, open from 8:30 to 18:00, including Lishan Garden, reservation as above - Huaqing Palace: 120 yuan per person, from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm - The Song of Everlasting Sorrow Show: Book early, half a month before the peak season, and 7 days before the off-season - Mount Hua: Book 10 days in advance for climbing, the total cost of ticket + cable car + shuttle bus is 420 yuan 🧳 Tips: - Be sure to book in advance before holidays, the earlier the better! The same goes for joining a tour group! - Don't go up the city wall from the South Gate, you'll regret it, because the front is the holy place for check-ins! - For the Bell Tower and Drum Tower, don't waste money going up, the railing of Kaiyuan Mall opposite is the prime spot for photos! - Just look around at the bottom of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, there's nothing on top! - Wear a pair of comfortable flat shoes, you can easily walk twenty thousand steps in a day! - Ignore street hustlers, be careful with your valuables! - Choose accommodations near the subway line of Bell Tower and Drum Tower for good value! - Don't buy Lantian jade in the shopping street behind the Terracotta Warriors, most are fakes! - Bring your student ID, don't miss the half-price discounts at attractions!

Friends~ When visiting Xi'an, a City walk near the Bell Tower is a must, and I've organized a route that doesn't require backtracking, making travel easy and enjoyable! 📍Start from Exit 3 of the Bell Tower Station subway passage and walk about 600 meters straight to find the spicy Doula red Xi'an wall 📍Continue forward for another 100 meters and turn left to find the Erhui Lane Chang'an wall 📍After checking in, walk straight for less than 100 meters to find the Starbucks coffee shop, which features the Starbucks Xi'an wall inside 📍After checking in, there is a street next to it that is great for street photography. Walk straight, turn left, and you can get back to the road, then continue straight for about 200 meters, go through the underpass to Shuyuanmen 📍After visiting Shuyuanmen, don't backtrack, just walk south from Anju Lane 📍You can walk directly to the city wall, which is a great spot for photos! After taking great shots, return the way you came, and remember not to go through the underpass 📍Walk straight for about 300 meters on the sidewalk next to the underpass entrance to check in at the Chongqing Chang'an wall 📍After taking photos here, you can go to the Bell Tower and the Muslim Street! The order depends on your own time schedule. If the lights of the Bell Tower are not yet on, you can go to the Muslim Street to eat first; if the lights are on, take a photo with the Bell Tower first and then head to the Muslim Street, either way is fine. 📍Besides taking photos below the Bell Tower, you can also go to the fifth floor of the Kaiyuan Shopping Mall to the observation deck, where you can see a panoramic view of the Bell Tower! 🌷Warm Tips: It is recommended to come here for photos and check-ins around 4 pm, as the lighting is good for photography, and after the tour, you'll catch the Bell Tower lighting up, making a perfect one-way route without backtracking~

There is no off-season for tourism in Xi'an, it's always bustling with people. Local Xi'an residents share with everyone a no-nonsense food and drink guide. Get ready with a 512G stomach and the pace of a special forces soldier. Start your snack tour now~ Snack tour check-in: Xi'an Bell Tower: The rooftop of Kaiyuan Shopping Mall is the perfect viewing platform! Feel the beauty of Xi'an under the sunset and evening breeze, it's a unique memory. Muslim Street: Experience the Muslim atmosphere in the Muslim gathering area. Yongning Gate: Witness the prosperity of Chang'an, the beauty of the ancient city wall. Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Datang Everbright City, Datang Furong Garden, Chang'an Twelve Hours, are all on the same route. You can snack around the whole way. If you get tired in the middle, go to Xiaozhai for authentic Shaanxi cuisine. This local and foreigner-favorite Shaanxi cuisine 'ceiling' restaurant. Always topping the must-eat and taste & service charts. The new store's opening, with its fresh and clean environment, is also a pleasant surprise. ✓ Gourd Chicken Shaanxi cuisine signature, a whole chicken first boiled then steamed and finally fried. The skin is crispy and fragrant, the chicken meat is tender, leaving an endless aftertaste. ✓ Spicy Oil Splash Fish The aroma of spicy oil splash is irresistible. The fish is fragrant and tender, and the base vegetables are also my love. ✓ Qin Emperor's Ribs Freshly marinated and fried, not overnight, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, full of meaty flavor. ✓ Princess Smile, Brush Crisp These two are all about the sense of ceremony, as exquisite as works of art. ✓ Roujiamo If you haven't had Roujiamo, you haven't really been to Xi'an. A small one, with Terracotta Warriors as guards, a must-order. The 15th store celebration also has a powerful group purchase package, just go for it!

First of all, do not go during holidays at all costs. Perhaps because it was the first time in three years that restrictions were lifted, Shen and I chose to go on the seventh day of the Lunar New Year when everyone else had returned to work. Still, there were super many people, and every tourist spot was crowded. Travel suggestions: day1: Take the high-speed train from Chengdu to Xi'an North, and try to choose one that arrives earlier (before 15:00). After getting off the train, take either Line 4 or Line 2. I recommend staying near Hepingmen subway station (40 minutes direct from Xi'an North Station on Line 4). It's advised to book the hotel two days in advance, plan your schedule well, and book several days at once (recommend Vienna and Hanting hotels). If you're not tired, you can walk around the Xi'an City Wall at night, and then take photos at the Bell Tower and Drum Tower below (don't spend money to go up). day2: Get up early in the morning and queue up for breakfast at Xiaonanmen, check in with beef pancakes, vegetable buns, and fried dough twists with soy milk (personally, I'm more accustomed to soy milk with fried dough sticks). In the morning, you can visit the Shaanxi History Museum, and in the afternoon, go to the Tang Paradise or The Longest Day in Chang'an (all three attractions require a reservation three days in advance). In the evening, you can stroll around the Tang Paradise that never sleeps. For those who love beauty, you can try dressing up in ancient costumes. We thought about it for a long time but didn't decide. If there's a chance to go to Fenghuang Ancient Town, be sure to try the ethnic costumes. day3: We chose to join a tour to Mount Hua. If you want to have a panoramic view of the mountains, it's recommended to take the cable car up from the west and down from the north. If you're physically fit, you can hike up from the north and then take the cable car down from the west. Be sure to pick a non-holiday or a regular day to go, otherwise, it's too crowded and dangerous, and most importantly, you won't get to experience the plank walk in the sky. We went during the Spring Festival and didn't manage to queue up, and I guess we won't have the courage to climb Mount Hua again, a bit of regret. day4: Similarly, we joined a tour to the Terracotta Army. Actually, it's not much different from what you see on TV. If you want to truly experience the ancient people's masterpiece, it's still worth a visit, as it varies from person to person. However, the Daqin Theatre is worth a visit (provided it's not too crowded). Alright, pack up and head home.

You should always visit the Bell and Drum Tower in Xi'an at least once. Experience the prosperity of the ancient city⛩️ The ancient and modern elements here complement each other beautifully🎇 The Bell and Drum Tower is so beautiful when the lights are first lit up. I accidentally took a lifetime photo! Sharing the best photo spots with everyone～ / 1️⃣ On the second floor of Kaiyuan Shopping Mall, turn left to the red corridor. It's right where the escalator goes up. You can capture the entire Bell and Drum Tower. There was also a 🇨🇳 flag next to it, which really matched perfectly～ Remember to use the flash📸️ 2️⃣ The observation terrace on the 5th floor of Kaiyuan Shopping Mall The high position allows you to overlook the entire Bell Tower. The scenery is great, but it's a bit difficult to take pictures of people～ · Try to zoom in for the shot Or blur out the people for a more atmospheric feel～

The historic Bell Tower from early Ming dynasty. I love how the city built its roads and new buildings around the Bell Tower. A perfect example of preserving history while developing the city.

✨Day1✨ 📍🌅Morning: Arrive in Xi'an, check into a hotel near the Bell Tower, rest a bit, then visit the Bell Tower to enjoy the inner city's beautiful scenery😉 📍🍲Noon: Taste various delicacies on Muslim Street, such as Yangrou Paomo (mutton soup with bread) and Liangpi (cold skin noodles)🥘 📍🏛️Afternoon: Head to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda to learn about Xuanzang's journey to the West for scriptures📖 📍🎆Evening: Watch the musical fountain at the north square of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, then visit the Tang Paradise for performances and lantern festivals🎊 ✨Day2✨ 📍🏺Morning: Visit the Terracotta Army to feel the shock of history🤩 📍🌇Afternoon: Go to 'Chang'an Twelve Hours' to experience the prosperity of ancient Chang'an🎎 📍🌙Evening: Take a walk on the city wall near Yongning Gate🚶‍♂️ ✨Day3✨ 📍🏛️Morning: Go to the Xi'an Museum to appreciate cultural relics🎨 📍🍹Noon: Eat delicious food at Yongxingfang, such as Shattered Bowl Wine🍶 📍🌸Afternoon: Visit the Tang Paradise to enjoy the beauty of the royal garden🌸 📍🍴Evening: Free time or dine nearby🍴 ✨Day4✨ 📍🎪Morning: Choose to visit the Small Wild Goose Pagoda or other attractions based on interest🎪 📍🍽️Noon: Enjoy lunch in the downtown area🥢 📍💼Afternoon: Pack up and get ready to return home🎒 🌟Attraction Introduction🌟 1️⃣🏛️Terracotta Army Museum: Grand scale, witness to history📜 2️⃣🗼Big Wild Goose Pagoda: Iconic building, beautiful night view🌙 3️⃣🏰Xi'an City Wall: Bike or walk to feel the charm of the ancient city🚲 4️⃣⏰Bell Tower and Drum Tower: Landmark buildings, exciting bell and drum performances🕰️ 5️⃣🌺Huaqing Pool: Hot spring scenery, relaxing for body and mind🛀 6️⃣📚Mausoleum of Emperor Qin Shi Huang: Learn historical stories📚 🌟Accommodation Recommendations🌟 💒⏰Near the Bell and Drum Towers: Close to attractions, convenient transportation🚗 💒💎Near the Big Wild Goose Pagoda: Has shopping malls and food streets🛍️ 💒🌿Near Yongning Gate: Nice environment, close to the City Wall and Muslim Street🌳 🌟Transportation Guide🌟 ✈️Airport: Xi'an Xianyang Airport, subway available to downtown🚝 🚄Train/High-speed Rail Station: Xi'an North Station, Xi'an Station, Xi'an South Station, choose according to actual situation🚉 🚇Subway: Most attractions can be reached directly by subway🚊 🚕Taxi: Regular vehicles for convenient travel🚗 🌟Food Recommendations🌟 🍜Yangrou Paomo: Traditional delicacy, delicious taste😋 🍝Liangpi: Smooth and tasty, appetizing with a sour and spicy flavor🥒 🥩Roujiamo: Crispy outside, tender inside, the braised meat is very fragrant🥙 🍜Qishan Saozi Noodles: Fragrant minced meat, chewy noodles🍜 🍜Youpo Noodles: Hot oil poured over, aromatic and appetizing🍲 🌟Notice🌟 ❗Book in advance, plan your itinerary reasonably🎈 ❗Pay attention to the weather, dress appropriately👔 ❗Follow the rules of the scenic area, take care of cultural relics🗿 ❗Pay attention to food hygiene, avoid unclean food🥗

Xi'an city wall and bell tower, staying here in a daze, there is a feeling of dreaming back to the Tang Dynasty! 🥮The lights are on, the night is young, it's really too cool! 🏯When you come to Xi'an, you must wait until the evening to go out for a stroll. 🏮There are many delicacies on Hui Min Street, which can be taken back as souvenirs. I recommend the sunflower baked naan, which is very exquisite and full of exotic features. 🌝Here you can also experience the new Chinese style massage, unlock the same milk bath as Yang Guifei, Xi'an is really rich and charming, recommended to check in!

🌟Highlights: The ancient capital of a thousand years, often come to Chang'an. I feel that Xi'an's cultural tourism promotion does not need to be shouted out. Just for this deep cultural heritage, it is enough to attract tourists. When traveling to Xi'an, the Bell Tower is the first choice for every tourist, of course, I am no exception. 🚉Transportation strategy: You can take the subway🚇 directly from the airport, which is convenient and not congested. Transfer from Line 14 to Line 2, and you can get off at the Bell Tower station. Although many attractions in Xi'an require admission tickets, I personally think that the places where you can take good photos are often not in the scenic area, but outside the scenic area. In other words, if you are just for taking photos, you can save the cost of the scenic area ticket. ❤Recommendation: The Bell Tower is located in the center of Xi'an and is a roundabout terrain, so you don't need to climb the tower, you need to be in a high place around it to take a full view of the Bell Tower. The viewing platform of Kaiyuan Mall (you can reach it inside the Li Ning store) is the best shooting point for the Bell Tower. It is said that a long time ago, in the era without clocks and mobile phones, it was necessary to remind everyone of each hour by ringing the bell, and the Bell Tower played this role. This is also the origin of the Bell Tower (not verified, if the statement is wrong, welcome to correct.) With the development of the times, the current Bell Tower has lost its original function, but it is still a landmark building in Xi'an. After turning on the lights at night, it is even more beautiful and magnificent. It's worth checking in twice a day.

Xi'an Bell Tower, located at the center of Xi'an city, is one of the iconic buildings of Xi'an. The Bell Tower is primarily a brick and wood structure, with a square base made of blue bricks and white mortar, featuring a heavy-eaved, triple-tiered roof with four sharp, pointed corners. The Bell Tower holds immense artistic value and historical significance. Visiting this place, one can appreciate its ancient and solemn architectural style, its grandeur, and the exquisite craftsmanship of its carved beams and painted rafters, showcasing the superb skills of ancient artisans. The large bell on the Bell Tower adds a majestic aura, and at night, under the illumination of lights, it takes on a unique charm. Climbing the Bell Tower, one can overlook the street scenes of ancient Xi'an and take in the beauty of the city. Surrounding the Bell Tower, there is a bustling commercial area and cultural districts where tourists can immerse themselves in the cultural atmosphere of Xi'an. Strolling through the streets, one can feel the prosperity of the city.