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.

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.

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.

Location: Xi'an·Shaanxi city center Business hours: 8:30--21:30 Documents: ID card, student card (half price) Ticket price: 30 yuan/person, Bell and Drum Tower combo ticket 50 yuan/person Historical and cultural background: Xi'an Bell Tower is a municipal building in ancient towns, often located in the city center or in front of the government office, and together with the Drum Tower, it undertakes the task of indicating time. As a landmark building of Xi'an, it is located at the intersection of the four main streets within the ancient city wall of Xi'an·Shaanxi, and is the largest, oldest, and best-preserved bell tower in China. Geographical landmark features: This is a landmark building in Xi'an. The Bell Tower is brightly lit at night. You can buy a ticket, climb the Bell Tower and overlook the entire ancient city. The beautiful scenery is unobstructed! Food recommendation: There are many food streets near the Bell Tower, where you can taste authentic Shaanxi snacks, such as Roujiamo, Liangpi, Youpo noodles, etc., the taste is super good! Shopping recommendation: There are many characteristic small shops near the Bell Tower, such as handicraft shops, teahouses, bookstores, etc. You can stroll around, buy and buy, and feel the charm of the ancient city culture! Photo strategy: Don't forget to take photos to commemorate! You can find an angle in front of the Bell Tower and take a photo with the Bell Tower to preserve this beautiful memory. Travel feelings: Visiting the Xi'an Bell Tower is an unforgettable journey. You will feel the glory of the Tang Dynasty and the unique charm of the ancient capital here. Plan your itinerary in advance, delve into history, taste food, buy souvenirs, which will make your trip to Xi'an more memorable. Whether you are a culture lover, a history buff, or a food explorer, the Xi'an Bell Tower will be your ideal choice.

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!

✨Explore the ancient city✨ Xi'an, is a treasure of Chinese history, and also a beautiful city that intoxicates people! 😍✨ 🏰Stepping into the city wall, it seems to travel through time and space, strolling in the traces of a thousand years of civilization. The ancient buildings and quaint streets make you feel the thickness and heritage of history.🕰️ 【Snack Exploration Tour】 🍲Can't resist the temptation of Xi'an food? Then come on a snack exploration tour! 🌭 🥟The meat sandwich, which is known as "China's number one snack", spicy crispy meat, mutton soup bun, etc., are all mouth-watering delicacies. While tasting the food, feel the enthusiasm of the locals, which has a unique flavor! 🍜 【Historical and Cultural Tour】 🏛️Xi'an, is a museum of history, and also a cradle of culture. When you come here, don't miss the Terracotta Warriors, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and other world-famous relics. Step by step, explore the mark of Chinese civilization in the long river of history, and you seem to be able to feel the wisdom and brilliance of the ancient times. ✨ 【Fantasy Tour-Huaqing Pool】Huaqing Palace 🌸Do you want to know the peerless elegance of the ancients? Then you must go to Huaqing Pool! 🌺 Walking in the picturesque Huaqing Pool, it seems to have traveled to the prosperous Tang Dynasty. The dense bamboo forest and clear lake water make you feel relaxed and happy. Here, you can also enjoy the ancient costume performance and experience the wonder of time travel! 🎭 【Shopping Paradise·Street Strolling】 🛍️Xi'an not only has historical relics, but also bustling commercial streets. The Bell Tower, Muslim Street and other places are shopping paradises! 🎁 During shopping, don't forget to taste the local special handicrafts, silk and ceramic products. In the street stroll, feel the vitality and charm of the city. 💃 💁‍♀️Come to Xi'an, a city that integrates history and modernity, and feel the collision of old and fashion! Leave your comments, remember to like and collect! ✨

🌟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.

📢Strolling on the Xi'an City Wall, the evening breeze awakens ancient memories. 📌The main city gates are accessible in all directions, including Changle Gate, Yongning Gate, Anding Gate, Anyuan Gate, and 18 newly opened city gates, each carrying the vicissitudes of history. The city wall climbing point is located at Yongning Gate on South Street in Beilin District. 🚗Transportation: Exit A2, D1 of Yongning Gate Station on Metro Line 2. 🎫Tickets: 54 yuan, easily available online and offline. Beilin Museum pass 100 yuan (The South Gate of the City Wall and Beilin Museum are adjacent, it is recommended to buy a pass). Half price for students and children. 📌Recommended route: The most classic route: Start from Yongning Gate, head east, stroll to Zhongshan Gate, or choose the nearest climbing point, rent a bicycle after climbing the city wall, shuttle through the historical corridor, until Yongning Gate. 📌Reasons for your selection: Yongning Gate preserves the most complete gatehouse, arrow tower, drawbridge, and Weng City. Standing here, you can overlook the style of the Bell Tower in the city center. The shooting points on the city wall include Yongning Post Station, City Tower, Corner Tower, Embrasure, Crenel, West Canal of South Gate, etc., each corner is a unique art scroll. 📢Warm tips: ⛩The Xi'an City Wall is 13.7 kilometers long and consists of 74 city towers. Rent a bicycle🚲, feel the perfect fusion of ancient and modern. It takes about 2 hours to cycle around. Choose a climbing entrance from the "East Gate South Gate West Gate North Gate", and appreciate the charm of the city wall. 🚲Bicycle rental point: On Anyuan Gate, a double bicycle is 90 yuan (within three hours). Don't forget to keep the bike rental receipt for a smooth deposit refund. ✅City wall tickets are valid on the same day, no matter which exit you take from the city wall, you can re-climb the city wall during business hours with the same day ticket. ✅On the Xi'an City Wall, time travels, making travel an incredible historical adventure. City Wall New Year Event Dragon Reappears

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!

✈️Long Dragon Airlines' Fly As You Wish, Stop No. 3: 📍Shaanxi | Xi'an ⏰Depart on Saturday morning and return on Sunday evening | Perfect for working professionals! Having visited Xi'an numerous times before, I didn't have high expectations. However, after a three-year hiatus: ✔I discovered several fantastic photo spots! ✔Indulging in meat and carbohydrates was the most delightful winter activity! ✔Xi'an is truly ideal for city walks! ✔The Shaanxi History Museum is indeed one of the best in the country! 👇This is a two-day weekend itinerary for Xi'an. 🐎Remember to bookmark it before you set off! 🏨I booked a hotel near the Bell and Drum Tower for convenience in dining and entertainment. ✅Day 1 Arrive at Xianyang Airport in the morning ➡️ Ma Hong's Stir-fry and Bread Soaking Restaurant ➡️ Shaanxi History Museum ➡️ Hu Zi's Lamb in Basin ➡️ Photograph the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda at the Daci'en Temple ➡️ Stroll and photograph at the Tang Dynasty Ever-bright City ➡️ Ma Le's Barbecue for late-night snack ✅Day 2 Breakfast at Lao Wu's Oil Tea and Twisted Dough Strips ➡️ Climb the Xi'an City Wall at Anyuan Gate ➡️ Ai Hua's Belt Noodle Restaurant + Qin Yu's Meat Sandwich ➡️ Stele Forest Museum ➡️ Photograph the Bell Tower from Yongning Gate 1⃣️Shaanxi History Museum 🎫Make sure to book in advance! ⏰Set an alarm for 10 am two days in advance to grab tickets. It's not too difficult during the off-peak season (book a week in advance for holidays) ⚠️Remember to enter according to your scheduled time slot 🎧We found a guide online in advance, but the experience was mediocre due to the crowd and the guide's lack of thoroughness 🔖The museum's official guide or a private small group tour might be better 2⃣️Giant Wild Goose Pagoda 🎫You don't need to enter the pagoda area to take photos 📸️Photograph the pagoda and the Buddha at the Daci'en Temple Ruins Park, preferably in the evening 📸️Photograph the pagoda and Xuanzang at the Tang Dynasty Ever-bright City, preferably in the evening or at night 3⃣️Tang Dynasty Ever-bright City 🎫Free entry ⏰It's a short walk from the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. The place starts to liven up around 6 pm 💃Stroll along the main street. Performances start at 7 pm, including the Weeble Wobble performance at 7:30 pm next to the Coco Bubble Tea shop 4⃣️Xi'an City Wall 🎫¥54 per person, multiple entries allowed within a day 🗺️We entered from the north gate, Anyuan Gate, and then took a bus to Yongning Gate to avoid buying tickets again 🚴‍♀️You can also rent a bike to ride on the city wall 📸️You can photograph the Bell Tower from Yongning Gate and Anyuan Gate. If you're going in the afternoon like us, it's better to shoot from Yongning Gate 5⃣️Stele Forest Museum 🎫¥50 per person during the off-peak season 📍It's near Yongning Gate, so you can visit both places together 🔖If you can't book the Shaanxi History Museum, you must visit the Stele Forest Museum! 🎧We recommend finding a professional guide. Good guides also need to be booked in advance 😋Food Guide 📍Ma Hong's Stir-fry and Bread Soaking Restaurant ★★★★☆ The stir-fry and bread soaking combo is quite filling. One serving is enough for two people 📍Hu Zi's Lamb in Basin ★★★ The lamb in basin is average, but the grilled skewers sandwiched in baked buns are delicious!! 📍Ma Le's Barbecue ★★★★☆ We went there at 10 pm and only lamb skewers and crispy bones were left, but the skewers were top-notch! The eight-treasure porridge was also tasty! Ma Bo's Barbecue is also said to be good 📍Lao Wu's Oil Tea and Twisted Dough Strips ★★★★☆ The small classic combo for ¥6 is a great breakfast! 📍Ai Hua's Belt Noodle Restaurant ★★★★★ The servings are large and delicious! You eat from a face basin! 📍Qin Yu's Meat Sandwich ★★★★★ Located next to Ai Hua's Belt Noodle Restaurant, the meat sandwich is incredibly hearty. We even took two on the plane!

- How to spend two days in Xi'an? Originally, the plan was to visit the city's attractions on the first day And go to the Terracotta Warriors area on the second day But I found that there wasn't enough time If you only have two days Just enjoy the city of Xi'an! · 【DAY1】 🏟Attractions: Bell Tower-Yongning Gate-Big Wild Goose Pagoda-Datang Everbright City-Datang Furong Garden 🚗Transportation: Taxi/Walking/Subway, basically along the subway line 🍤Food: Bell Tower Community (Zhaoji Mung Bean Pie, Yuze Covered Noodles, Zhengning Belt Noodles, Double Pepper Chicken Noodles) 🌋Route: Take a taxi to the Bell Tower Community for lunch, walk to the Bell Tower for 10 minutes, you will pass the Drum Tower, you don't need to go up the city tower, for photo spots please see the previous note. Then walk to Yongning Gate, you will encounter three Xi'an landmark LOGO check-in points on the way, you can go up to the city wall through the underground passage at Yongning Gate. Take a taxi to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, locate to the 3⃣ door of Dayue City, you can take pictures of the red wall, and then go to the 4⃣ floor viewing platform. After taking the photos, walk to Datang Everbright City, walk from the beginning to the end and then walk for 10 minutes to Datang Furong Garden, you will pass Chang'an Twelve Hours on the way. · 🔽 【DAY2】 🏟Attractions: Stele Forest Museum-Xi'an Museum-Anrenfang Site-Xi'an North Station 🚗Transportation: Taxi/Walking/Subway 🍤Food: Xiaonanmen (Donkey Meat Huoshao, Old-fashioned Red Bean Bread, Palace Crispy Beef Pie, right here at the crossroads, Xiaohu Youtea Twist 🌄Route: Take the subway to the Stele Forest Museum, get off at the station of Yongning Gate and walk to it, there is also a calligraphy and painting creative market at the entrance. Take a taxi to the Xi'an Museum, the Small Wild Goose Pagoda is also inside, and then go out and turn left and walk for 5⃣ minutes to the Anrenfang Site. · Originally, the last stop on the second day was to go to Guangren Temple, but we dawdled and delayed the time, so we took a taxi directly to Xi'an North Station. The city attractions in Xi'an are relatively concentrated, basically you can get there by subway and walking, and taxis are also very cheap. It is recommended to stay along the subway line from the Bell Tower to Datang Everbright City, which will make travel more convenient.