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| Dreaming Tour ---Time: Nov. 13-15, 2010 |
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Xi'an, China's ancient capital with a history dating back more than 3,000 years has become a must-see location for many tourists visiting China. The mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang, the unifier of China and its first Emperor, is home to what has become known as "the Eighth Wonder of the World," the Terracotta Warriors. This tour is a great opportunity to learn and experience a great deal of the ancient history of China.
Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses
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Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses
The Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses are the most significant archeological excavations of the 20th century. Work is ongoing at this site, which is around 1.5 kilometers east of Emperor Qin Shi Huang's Mausoleum, Lintong County, Shaanxi province. It is a sight not to be missed by any visitor to China.
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Tang Dynasty Dinner Show
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Tang Dynasty Dinner Show
The Tang Dynasty Dinner Show, a performance of Chang'an music and dance originated in China's Tang Dynasty over a thousand years ago. It has been recreated in accordance with various historical records as well as ancient art and relics discovered in Xi'an, the capital of the empire during the Tang Dynasty.
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Hua Qing Hot Spring
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Hua Qing Hot Spring
Situated at the northern foot of Mt. Lishan in Lintong County, 30 kilometers (18.6 miles) from Xi'an City, Huaqing Hot Spring is famed for both its dainty spring scenery and the romantic love story of Emperor Xuanzong (685-762) and his concubine Yang Guifei in the Tang Dynasty (618-907). Its long history and location among the wonderful landscapes of Xi'an should entice any visitor to visit and bathe in this hot spring. |
Banpo Museum
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Banpo Museum
The Banpo Museum is located in the eastern outskirt of Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province. As the first museum at the prehistoric site, it was built at the base of the excavations of the Banpo site. Since it opened to the public formally in 1958, two million people have visited it. |
Dumpling Banquet
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Dumpling Banquet
When traveling in Xian, one pleasure you should not miss is the Dumpling Banquet. Dumpling or Jiaozi in Chinese is a traditional and still popular food in China. A banquet will feature nearly 20 varieties that are stuffed and cooked using a delicious assortment of vegetables, meats and seafood. These dumplings feature harmony between a variety of tastes and textures for an enjoyable eating experience. |
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