The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Shaanxi, China

November 15, 2021 Velvet Champine

Shaanxi (Chinese: 陕西; pinyin: Shǎnxī) is a province of the People's Republic of China. Officially part of the Northwest China region, it lies in central China, bordering the provinces of Shanxi (NE, E), Henan (E), Hubei (SE), Chongqing (S), Sichuan (SW), Gansu (W), Ningxia (NW), and Inner Mongolia (N). It covers an area of over 205,000 km (79,151 sq mi) with about 37 million people. Xi'an – which includes the sites of the former Chinese capitals Fenghao and Chang'an – is the provincial capital. Xianyang, which served as the Qin dynasty capital, is located nearby. The other prefecture-level cities into which the province is divided are Ankang, Baoji, Hanzhong, Shangluo, Tongchuan, Weinan, Yan'an and Yulin.
Restaurants in Shaanxi

1. The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses

Qinling North Road, Lintong District, Xi'an 710600 China +86 29 8139 9127 [email protected] http://www.bmy.com.cn/
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4.5 based on 14,943 reviews

The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses

One of the most significant archaeological finds in the world, this 16,300-square-meter excavation reveals more than 7,000 life-size terracotta figures of warriors and horses arranged in battle formations.

Reviewed By DWoerner - Georgetown, United States

The famous Terra Cotta Warriors are a huge collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China, buried with the emperor in 210–209 BCE with the purpose of protecting the emperor in his afterlife. These were only discovered accidentally by local farmers in 1974, and the excavation and restoration is still continuing. The statues are displayed in three huge buildings, each one the size of an enclosed football stadium. The restoration work goes on in the rear of the buildings and may be observed by visitors. Incredibly, each of the thousands of statues is unique, with a body posed uniquely and with distinct facial features. Many statues are in damaged condition on being excavated and are cleaned and restored before being returned to their original place.

2. Shaanxi History Museum

91 Xiaozai E Rd, Xi'an 710061 China 85219422 http://www.sxhm.com/
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4.5 based on 1,619 reviews

Shaanxi History Museum

This history museum, housed in a magnificent Confucian Temple, features more than 370,000 pieces of historical relics mainly from the Zhou to the Tang periods (1100B.C. to 907 A.D.).

Reviewed By Synthomer - Shanghai, China

An amazing collection of artefacts and relics plus a good overview of Shaanxi's history - the cradle of Chinese history from homo erectus to the Tang dynasty, 1500 years ago. 30 mins by taxi from city centre, traffic around the museum very congested. Subway 10 mins walk away. You have to book in advance online - hotel can help you. Officious security at entrance, be patient! Best galleries are 1/2/3. Need at least 2 hours. Plenty of wording in English, so quite foreigner friendly. Passable canteen in basement and quite a few drinks vending machines. Not to be missed if you are staying in Xi'an and have some interest in Chinese history

3. Xi'an City Wall (Chengqiang)

Zhongxin District, Xi'an 710001 China +29 8727 2792 http://www.xacitywall.com/
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4.5 based on 7,847 reviews

Xi'an City Wall (Chengqiang)

Xi'an city wall has a history of 600 years. It is the Ming dynasty city wall. The city wall was built to protect the city. It is 12-14 meters across the top, 15-18 meters thick at bottom and 13.7 kilometers in length. There is rampart every 120 meters. The ramparts are towers extending out from the main wall. There are 98 ramparts along the city wall.

Reviewed By CSItraveller - Raleigh, United States

You can walk, push-bike, or ride a golf cart along the top of the wall. It's as wide as a six lane highway between the gates, and even wider at the gates and courtyards. It's an engineering masterpiece, and has to be seen to fully appreciate ancient building skills.

4. Tomb of Emperor Jingdi (Hanyangling)

Zhanjiawan Village, Xi'an China +86 29 8603 1470 http://www.hylae.com/
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4.5 based on 703 reviews

Tomb of Emperor Jingdi (Hanyangling)

The joint mausoleum of Emperor Jingdi and Empress Wang, his consort.

Reviewed By M1692FZmarting - Washington DC, United States

After seeing the terra cotta warriors the army that accompanied this Emperor to the after life is not that impressive. Our guide told us the figures originally had wooden heads and arms and wore clothing, none of which has survived the centuries. The figures are not life sized and today lack arms and heads and clothing. Thus, the name our guide told us- headless naked barbies. However, the museum, which is underground is a masterpiece of architecture to enable large numbers of people to view this underground tomb, in some places through glass floors over the chambers. This Emperor also needed a lot of food to accompany him and the herds of terra cotta sheep, pigs and cows are remarkable.

5. Xi'an Museum

72 Youyi Xilu, Xi'an 710068 China +86 29 8780 3591 http://www.xabwy.com/index.html
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4.5 based on 591 reviews

Xi'an Museum

Reviewed By Alistair450 - Auckland Central, New Zealand

This museum is well worth a visit as it has very good displays of historical items that help you learn about and understand China's past. It is not easy to spend more than two hours in one go in a museum and a second visit would be rewarding. It would be worth your while to hire a guide to take you through the museum.

6. Han Yang Ling Museum

East Section of International Airport Line, Weicheng District, Xianyang 712038 China +86 29 8603 1470 http://www.hylae.com/
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4.5 based on 83 reviews

Han Yang Ling Museum

The joint mausoleum of Emperor Jingdi and Empress Wang, his consort.

Reviewed By ThaiCookingRocks - Changchun, China

This is a great counter point to the Terracotta Warriors. Everything is smaller, and it in tunnels not pits. One of the great parts is that you are able to walk over some of the pit areas on glass and see the artifacts still in their tunnels. Its helps you understand how they are and how they were found. In places it was too dark honestly, and I am not sure why there is some areas that are decently lit and others that aren't so much. I used Travel China Guide for my trip and they were wonderful and Tracy a gem, and she was able to explain things that otherwise wouldn't have been known. For some they will say that tit pales in comparison but I think it was a wonderful way to compare different eras.

7. Xi'an Qujiangchi Site Park

South-east of Qujiang New District, Yanta District, Xi'an 710061 China
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4.5 based on 113 reviews

Xi'an Qujiangchi Site Park

8. Dayan Pagoda Northern Square

Yata Road, Yanta District, Xi'an 710061 China +86 29 8552 7958
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4.5 based on 978 reviews

Dayan Pagoda Northern Square

Reviewed By dubaiblogger - Dubai, United Arab Emirates

One of the most beautiful and decorated place I have ever been and at night, it was lit up everywhere. It has a mixture of foreign architecture and Chinese. Very beautiful and crowded since it’s a nice place to hang out with family and friends. A must go place for me every time i am in Xi’an.

9. Xi'an Calligraphy Museum

Youyi West Road, Beilin District, Xi'an 710068 China +86 29 8524 8947
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4.5 based on 35 reviews

Xi'an Calligraphy Museum

Reviewed By 928fayel - Gold Coast, Australia

We actually went inside this museum and a teacher taught us how to write our name using Calligraphy - it was quite amusing, on finishing she announced that we can all have our name done by a master and it was for free. So we all lined up - as ours was not the best writing you would frame - but his was.

10. Muslim Quarter

West of Bell Drum Towers Square , Beilin District, Xi'an 710000 China +86 173 6014 1905 http://artofadventuring.com/the-foods-of-xian-muslim-quarter
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4.5 based on 4,119 reviews

Muslim Quarter

Reviewed By 5192DS - San Francisco, United States

A night market over a long block in Muslim Quarter of Xi’an (plus side streets and narrow alleyways). Recommend start from the north end of Xihuamen Street, proceed south along Beiyuanmen Street (take offshoots east/west to explore side streets), towards Drum Tower and go east to end at plaza NW of Bell Tower. Sight: wall-to-wall people, vendors everywhere Sound: many languages heard, plus humdrum of activity, including the sound of jets (not actual jets - you must find and see what I’m referring to) Touch: did I mention all the people? Smell: grilled goodies galore Taste: delicious to exotic foods and drinks, sweet to spicy and everything in between Foodies: Grilled lamb, beef, cuttlefish skewers Muslim beef burger Steamed rice cake, black sesame candy for dessert Wash down with fresh squeezed juices (recommend sugarcane) Much much more including fresh custom fruit salad 1-2 hours walking, have dinner along the way (literally).

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