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During the 2026 summer break, the Xi'an Municipal Bureau of Commerce and Ctrip are issuing stay vouchers covering quality hotels and distinctive homestays, with instant savings to make your Xi'an trip easier and more affordable. 🏨 Stay voucher offers There are 4 tiers of instant savings, covering quality hotels and distinctive homestays across Xi'an. Vouchers are released daily at 12:00 AM in limited quantities on a first-come, first-served basis. Each voucher is valid for 3 days after you claim it, and the latest date to use it is Sep 13, 2026. 📜 Rules for use Participation is limited to users with a valid Chinese mainland national ID card who have completed real-name verification on the Ctrip platform. Vouchers are for personal use only and cannot be transferred or sold. The guest on the booking must match the real-name-verified account that claimed the voucher. ⏰ Time: Aug 12, 2026, 6:00 PM to Sep 11, 2026, 11:59 PM 💡 Travel tip: Plan your itinerary to ensure you use the voucher within its validity period. Come to Xi'an, unlock stay deals, and set off on a spontaneous journey through the ancient capital.

Want to see giant pandas? Beyond Chengdu, many cities across China offer great viewing, with pandas of all personalities waiting to meet you. Here’s our roundup 👇 Sichuan 🐼 Hehua (Huahua) 📍 Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding Born in 2020, a short, chubby, and super-fluffy sweetheart at the Chengdu base. She stays calm even when her bamboo gets snatched. In 2023, her “triangle rice ball” look dominated trending searches, sending the base’s ticket sales soaring 9x, with 800,000+ Super Topic followers. Widely regarded as today’s top female star among pandas. 🐼 Fu Bao 📍 Wolong Shenshuping Base of the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda Born in 2020 at Everland in South Korea. Keepers made her a guitar, flower crowns, and little glasses. Before she came home, a petition on Korean sites drew tens of thousands of signatures. She returned to Sichuan in April 2024, with Chinese and Korean media coverage rivaling a celebrity’s airport arrival. 🐼 Xiang Xiang 📍 Bifengxia Base, Ya’an Born in 2017 at Ueno Zoo in Tokyo. A nationwide naming vote drew 320,000 entries. She generated billions of yen in economic impact each year for Japan. When she returned to China in February 2023, Japanese media aired a 12-hour live farewell. Beijing 🐼 Meng Lan 📍 Beijing Zoo Born in 2015, Beijing Zoo’s serial escape artist. He’s climbed walls by stepping on a red ball, twisted door handles, and cheekily teased visitors from afar. A single Douyin video topped 300 million views. Netizens jokingly call him Beijing’s “985” genius on the loose. Jiangsu 🐼 Mengxun & Aobao 📍 Suzhou Taihu National Wetland Park A brother-sister duo born in 2022 and total foodies. You can also watch them play-fight—super lively and adorable. 🐼 Jiujiu 📍 Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zoo Known as the most beautiful panda in East China. More than just a pretty face, Jiujiu is quite the performer—you might even catch this panda dancing. Chongqing 🐼 Shuangshuang, Zhongzhong, Xixi, and Qingqing (the “Four Joy Meatballs”) 📍 Chongqing Zoo There are 23 pandas here—one of them is sure to steal your heart. The viral foursome “Four Joy Meatballs” is from this zoo, and if you’re lucky, you might even see them “playing mahjong.” Liaoning 🐼 Feiyun 📍 Dalian Forest Zoo The zoo’s first-gen internet-famous female: round head, snow-white coat. Fans lovingly call her “Feiyun piggy.” Together with Jinhu and Miaoyin, she’s one of “Dalian’s three treasures.” Livestreams often draw 100,000+ viewers year-round. Shaanxi 🐼 Qizai 📍 Qinling Four Treasures Science Park The world’s only captive brown giant panda, discovered in Foping, Shaanxi, in 2009. With chocolate-colored fur, he’s jokingly nicknamed the Labrador of the panda world. Shandong 🐼 Yaji 📍 Jinan Zoo A little hidden gem who really knows how to work a crowd. When standing on all fours, Yaji looks like a small bench—hence the cute nickname “Little Bench.” Which panda has stolen your heart? Beyond the stars above, many other provinces across China have adorable giant pandas waiting to meet you. Start planning your panda trip and witness the charm of this national treasure up close

Recently, a video of foreign visitors breaking into an impromptu dance beneath the Xi'an City Wall went viral on social media. In the clip, Ivanov, a contemporary dancer from Russia, and Zhang Dongni, a young woman from Xi'an, glide with the breeze at the foot of the centuries-old wall. There is no elaborate stage or spotlight—dance becomes a language that needs no translation. This cross-border cultural exchange prompted one comment: "The thousand-year-old capital of Xi'an can embrace free spirits from around the world!" Today, the Xi'an City Wall is more than a historical relic you admire from afar. It is a lively, down-to-earth international meeting place. Its 13.74 km blue-brick path is perfect for cycling and captures the city’s unique blend of past and present. As you ride, the ancient quarter with its sweeping eaves lies to your left, and modern glass-clad buildings rise to your right. The wind whispers past your ears, as if you are traveling alongside a thousand years of history. Single and tandem bikes are available, and AR cycling glasses offer an immersive guided experience. Multiple entries are allowed on the same day. Life at the foot of the wall is just as vibrant. When a street band starts to play, overseas visitors pause to listen, then sway to the beat, and soon join local residents in an impromptu dance. With language no longer a barrier, music becomes the best bridge. You can also enjoy cultural interactions like trading verses in hanfu with "Li Bai," and share warm moments at a "City Wall, good night" evening talk in the cool breeze. More and more international friends come here not just to sightsee, but to join in and experience what it is like to be Chinese for a day. From a Silk Road post station in the High Tang era to a cultural link connecting the world today, the Xi'an City Wall, with its depth and inclusiveness, has welcomed free spirits from across the globe. This thousand-year-old wall opens its arms so people of different skin tones and languages can find a shared cultural resonance here. Come to the Xi'an City Wall and feel the gentle, open spirit of this ancient city!

Wang Yiran is a local creator who has spent more than 10 years advancing digital culture in Shaanxi. Using MR technology, he built Grand Tang Fantasia, China’s first immersive experience set along a 2 km open-air pedestrian street, inviting visitors to walk through a living scroll of the High Tang at Grand Tang Mall. 🌙 Unique experiences in Grand Tang Fantasia When night falls, palace lanterns illuminate the long avenue of Grand Tang Mall. With MR headsets on, visitors move through the streets as if transported back to the Tang at its peak. With a lift of the hand, you can share a drink with the immortal poet Li Bai. Pause, and you can witness a courtly music and banquet. Grand Tang Fantasia uses a 2 km promenade as its stage, seamlessly fusing virtual and real worlds to deliver an immersive cultural journey. 📜 Where history meets technology The plot and characters in Grand Tang Fantasia draw from authentic historical sources, capturing the cultural depth of the High Tang. The scene of Li Longji beating the drum for Wu Zetian hints at the weighty court intrigues that anchor the project’s realistic cultural foundation. The route unfolds in two chapters—palace and marketplace—where virtual storytelling is tightly integrated with real-world spaces, letting visitors feel both the grandeur and the subtlety of the Tang as they walk. 🍶 Li Bai buys wine interaction The most eye-catching interactive feature is the Li Bai buys wine segment. After a visitor hands over a virtual coin, Li Bai walks to a real vending machine and takes out a virtual wine jug. This clever interplay between virtual and physical makes you feel inside history and has become a highlight visitors love to talk about. 🎶 Ancient music and intangible heritage Wang Yiran’s team collaborates with the Dongcang Drum Music ensemble to weave court music into the narrative, giving Grand Tang Fantasia a deeper cultural core. The story also stages a poetic exchange between Li Bai and Wang Wei, showcasing the elegance of Tang-era literati. This June, Wang joined the Shaanxi session of Cultural Heritage Day, met many inheritors of intangible cultural heritage, and plans to connect Xi’an’s intangible heritage and time-honored brands more deeply, using digital technology to bring living traditions to life. Come to Xi’an’s Grand Tang Mall, experience Grand Tang Fantasia, and enjoy a time-crossing encounter with Chang’an of the High Tang!

Beijing’s Palace Museum showcases the grandeur of the Ming and Qing courts, Sichuan’s Sanxingdui Museum unveils the mysterious Shu civilization from 3,000 years ago, and Shaanxi History Museum distills the splendor of a capital that hosted 13 dynasties. Together, these three museums trace a timeline from antiquity to the early modern era—an in-depth cultural journey for anyone fascinated by Eastern civilizations. About the Palace Museum in Beijing 👑 ▪️ Also known as the Forbidden City, the Palace Museum sits at the heart of Beijing and served as the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties. A total of 24 emperors lived and governed here. Covering about 720,000 square meters, it is the largest surviving wooden palace complex in the world. ▪️ Unlike the heavy stone architecture of many European palaces, the Forbidden City is equally monumental yet distinctly Chinese: a strict north–south central axis, red walls and yellow glazed tiles, sweeping eaves, and complex bracket sets—everywhere you look reflects traditional ritual order and a cosmic worldview. ▪️ The Hall of Supreme Harmony, Hall of Central Harmony, and Hall of Preserving Harmony along the central axis form the symbolic core complex. The Hall of Supreme Harmony hosted enthronement ceremonies, and its gilded throne symbolizes imperial power. Some halls may have phased closures for conservation or restoration. Check official notices before your visit. ▪️ The Treasure Gallery and the Clock and Watch Gallery, located in the Eastern Six Palaces area, house a wealth of Qing imperial treasures and mechanical clocks from Europe, including gifts once presented by British envoys—making for an intriguing cross-cultural comparison for visitors from the UK. ▪️ Plan for at least half a day. Enter via the Meridian Gate and exit via the Shenwu Gate or Donghua Gate for a smooth route. Tickets must be reserved in advance with timed entry. Opening hours vary slightly between peak and off-peak seasons, and summer/holidays see heavy crowds, so plan ahead. 🎫 ▪️ After your visit, walk to Jingshan Park and climb to the Wanchun Pavilion for a panoramic view of the entire Forbidden City—an iconic photo spot. About the Sanxingdui Museum 🗿 ▪️ Located in Guanghan, Sichuan Province, about 40 km from Chengdu, Sanxingdui Museum showcases artifacts unearthed from the Shu civilization dating roughly 3,000–5,000 years ago. ▪️ Excavated sacrificial pits have yielded large numbers of bronze masks, bronze sacred trees, gold scepters, ivory, and more—challenging long-held notions that Chinese civilization was centered solely in the Central Plains. Newly excavated items are progressively restored and exhibited to the public. ▪️ Unlike the solemn, symmetrical bronzes of the Shang and Zhou Central Plains, Sanxingdui bronzes are fantastically imaginative—huge protruding-eye masks, vertical-eye figures, and sky-reaching sacred trees that exude mystery. ▪️ The large standing bronze figure is about 2.6m high—one of the earliest, largest, and most complete bronze standing figures in the world. The bronze sacred tree rises nearly 4m, with divine birds perched on its branches. It is believed to have been a ritual conduit between heaven and earth. 🌳 ▪️ The new exhibition hall centers on the theme “Asleep for millennia, awakened to awe,” with three main galleries and an interactive zone. It features many artifacts and employs climate-controlled cases and glasses-free 3D, offering a contemporary experience. ▪️ For the latest exhibition updates, opening hours, and reservation rules, refer to official channels. ▪️ Getting there: take a high-speed train from Chengdu East Railway Station to Guanghan North, then a taxi to the museum. You can also join a day tour from Chengdu or charter a vehicle for a convenient round trip. 🚄 About Shaanxi History Museum 🏺 ▪️ Based in the ancient capital of Xi'an, Shaanxi History Museum is among China’s first national first-grade museums and is acclaimed as a “treasure house of Huaxia.” Its vast collection spans from prehistory to the late Qing. In addition to the main building, the Qin and Han Civilization Museum (a branch) focuses on Qin and Han themes. ▪️ Xi'an, historically known as Chang'an, was the capital for 13 dynasties including the Zhou, Qin, Han, and Tang, and the eastern starting point of the ancient Silk Road. This background gives the museum an exceptionally dense and high-caliber collection. ▪️ Unlike the Palace Museum’s emphasis on imperial life, Shaanxi History Museum also presents imperial grandeur but highlights the long, continuous arc of Chinese civilization, especially the peaks of the Zhou, Qin, Han, and Tang eras. ▪️ Signature masterpieces include a gold-inlaid agate cup with animal-head terminals, a gilt silver ewer with a dancing horse holding a cup, the empress’s seal, the Du tiger tally, and a gilt bronze silkworm—each telling a story of the Silk Road or dynastic change. ▪️ The “Treasures of the Great Tang” special exhibition showcases the Hejia Village hoard of gold and silver, with exquisite craftsmanship and imported elements from Persia, Sogdia, and Rome—direct evidence of Silk Road exchange. The Tang mural gallery, famous for rare tomb murals, requires a separate reservation. ✨ ▪️ Admission is free but by reservation with timed entry. The main building and the Qin and Han branch release reservations separately. Quotas during summer and holidays are extremely competitive and are released at fixed times—be ready to book the moment they open. During peak seasons the museum often adjusts closure days and extends opening hours; follow official notices for details. ▪️ After the museum, consider visiting the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor and the Terracotta Army, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and Xi'an’s ancient city wall to compare artifacts with their historical settings. Practical tips 📝 ▪️ Reservations: the Palace Museum, Sanxingdui, and Shaanxi History Museum all require real-name reservations, especially busy in summer and on holidays. Rules and release times vary by venue. Your passport can serve as a valid ID for international visitors. 🎫 ▪️ Guides: all three museums offer audio guide rentals with English available. Many galleries have bilingual labels. For deeper insight, book a live guided tour or join an official English tour group. ▪️ Photography: most outdoor and many indoor areas of the Palace Museum allow photography, but flash and selfie sticks are prohibited. Some precious exhibits at Sanxingdui and Shaanxi History Museum are not allowed to be photographed—follow display case notices. 📸 ▪️ Transportation: high-speed trains and flights are frequent between Beijing, Chengdu, and Xi'an, making it easy to link your itinerary. The Beijing–Xi'an high-speed train takes about 5 hours, and Xi'an–Chengdu takes about 3–4 hours. ▪️ Language and payment: major cities and top attractions have decent English coverage, and translation apps help with daily communication. Mobile payments primarily use WeChat Pay and Alipay, both of which support linking overseas bank cards. 💳 ▪️ What to wear: museum interiors are temperature-controlled, and air conditioning can feel cool in summer—bring a light layer. The Palace Museum covers a large outdoor area, so comfortable walking shoes are essential. 👟 ▪️ Food: signature local dishes include Beijing roast duck, Sichuan cuisine, and Xi'an specialties like yangrou paomo and roujiamo, with distinct flavor profiles. If you are sensitive to spice, ask for mild or no spice when ordering. 🍜 From the red walls and gilded roofs of the Forbidden City, to the bronze sacred trees of Sanxingdui, to the Tang gold and silver at Shaanxi History Museum—one trip offers a sweeping view of 5,000 years of Chinese civilization at its finest.

Huaqing Palace is launching a late-summer special promotion for couples, blending Grand Tang live performances, a live-action scripted tour, and hiking to create an immersive romantic vibe. Make the most of the gentle days of late summer—head to Huaqing Palace with your loved one and unlock a day of romance just for couples! August surprise perks! ✅ Free admission when you recite "Song of Everlasting Regret" ✅ Free entry when wearing hanfu Year-round perk! ✅ Newlyweds who registered their marriage anywhere in China within 1 month get 50% off admission. (Valid through December 31, 2027) 🏯 Huaqing Palace Grand Tang live performances ⏰ Dates: Aug 16–Oct 7, 2026 ⏰ Hours: Nearly 100 performances daily ✨ Highlights: • Special "County Princess Wedding" program now live. Step into the story and feel the pinnacle of Chinese-style romance and ceremony. • Random NPC interactions appear throughout, offering spontaneous Tang-era romance and surprises. 🎭 Huaqing Palace live-action scripted tour ✨ Highlights: • Team up as a couple for immersive challenges and puzzles, and enjoy a different kind of sweetness. • Take the stage together inside a millennium-old Tang palace, and revel in interactive fun and romance. ⛰️ Mount Li hiking experience ✨ Highlights: • Gentle late-summer breezes in the mountains are perfect for couples to hike hand in hand and enjoy nature. • Uninterrupted private moments create a romance that’s just for you. 💡 Travel tips: We recommend comfortable hiking shoes. Temperatures can vary in the mountains in late summer, so bring a light jacket. Teaming up as a couple for the live-action scripted tour makes the experience more interactive. Come to Huaqing Palace and savor the romance and sweetness of late summer with your loved one!

From August 1–October 15, 2026, China Railway Xi'an Group Co., Ltd. will operate the Xi'an ⇌ Pingliang "Wendao Kongtong" tourist train, connecting the stunning landscapes and delicious cuisine of the Guanzhong Plain and eastern Gansu in just 4 hrs 40 mins. 🏯 Xi'an ✨ Highlights: • Museum of the Terracotta Army: Marvel at the awe-inspiring terracotta warriors and experience the grandeur of millennia-old history. • Tang Paradise: Immerse yourself in the splendor of the Tang Dynasty and the cultural charm of this ancient capital. • Local delicacies: Crispy-skinned, tender hulutou chicken; rich and savory sanxian paomo; sweet honey-glazed rice dumplings; and oil-splashed noodles bursting with fragrant, sizzling flavor. 🏞 Xianyang ✨ Highlights: • Xianyang Lake Scenic Area: Stroll along the waterfront where serene lakeside views blend seamlessly with the cityscape. • Local delicacies: Wide, chewy biangbiang noodles with a spicy, aromatic kick; crispy guokui flatbread stuffed with savory braised meat. 🌊 Qianyang ✨ Highlights: • Qianhu National Wetland Park: A scenic ecological gem in Baoji, where waterbirds soar above picturesque wetlands. • Folk crafts: Qianyang embroidery and other traditional handicrafts brimming with rustic charm, perfect to save as keepsakes. 🐎 Long County ✨ Highlights: • Guanshan Grasslands: Gallop across Shaanxi's largest pastoral region and soak in the sweeping grassland vistas. • Local delicacies: Flaky, sweet Long County matisu pastries – the perfect energy boost for your journey. 🏺 Ankou Kiln ✨ Highlights: • Ankou Kiln ancient site: Explore historic ceramic workshops and discover the storied legacy of the "Longshang Kiln." • Ceramic culture experience: Get hands-on with the artistry of clay and fire, and appreciate the timeless allure of ceramic traditions. ⛰️ Pingliang ✨ Highlights: • Kongtong Mountain: A breathtaking blend of dramatic peaks and profound Taoist heritage – the heart of this spiritual journey. • Kongtong Ancient Town: Savor authentic eastern Gansu flavors like lamb paomo, red beef, and Ding Xiaolong roast chicken amid the town's bustling, lively atmosphere. 💡 Travel tips: Wear comfortable walking shoes and pack a light jacket for the temperature shifts in mountain areas. The train journey takes 4 hrs 40 mins, so plan your itinerary in advance. Hop aboard the "Wendao Kongtong" tourist train and embark on a summer-to-fall adventure where breathtaking scenery meets unforgettable cuisine!

This summer, Xi'an City Wall is launching the Chang'an ball music season, centered on the Yongning Gate welcoming ceremony and the Tang-style cool night at Anding Gate, bringing a summer scene where ancient charm meets modern buzz. 🏯 Yongning Gate welcoming ceremony 📍 Location: Yongning Gate, Xi'an City Wall ✨ Highlights: • A live re-enactment of the orthodox Tang opening-the-city ceremony, reviving the grand spectacle of envoys arriving from distant lands over 1,000 years ago. • Guards in red armor stand in solemn formation to open the ceremony, showcasing the dignity of Tang military protocol. • A female general in vermilion steps onto the stage with sword in hand, blending strength and grace. • Gold-armored warriors march out in formation, their gleaming armor presenting a powerful display. • Guests from near and far are welcomed into the city with the highest military honors of the Tang dynasty for an immersive experience of Chang'an’s solemnity and warmth. 🏯 Tang-style cool night at Anding Gate 📍 Location: Anding Gate, Xi'an City Wall 🎫 Tickets: Buy a full-price entry ticket to receive a "Guyuan Feiqian" token. Enjoy CNY 1 off purchases at the market. ✨ Highlights: • Tang-style cool-off market with 13 Feiqian interactive game zones. Try pitch-pot, cuju (ancient football), rock-paper-scissors, and more Tang-inspired mini games. • Every Saturday at 6:00 PM, Tianshuijing concerts feature the South Gate Band live, blending rock, folk, and pop hits for a romantic summer night. • The blue-brick city wall forms a natural backdrop as the evening breeze rustles through locust leaves—soak up the laid-back, lively market vibe. 💡 Travel tip: Wear comfortable shoes for easy walking on the wall. In summer, use sun protection and stay hydrated. Come to Xi'an City Wall and experience a summer where the Chang'an ball blends timeless charm with everyday delights!

The AI mini-drama "Green Plums by the Inkstone" uses modern technology to restore the likeness of Yan Zhenqing’s nephew, Yan Jiming, awakening memories from a thousand years ago and drawing wide attention to the story behind "Draft of a Requiem to My Nephew." 📜 Awakening memories from a thousand years ago "Green Plums by the Inkstone" is set against Yan Zhenqing’s "Draft of a Requiem to My Nephew" and tells the tragic, valiant story of Yan Jiming. For the first time, this young man who died in the An Lushan Rebellion appears vividly before viewers. His upright gaze and unbending spirit seem to step out of words written in blood and tears, bringing back a past sealed away for a millennium. 🎭 Lines that resonate deeply The line "Then look for me in the history books" became the spark that ignited viewers’ emotions. In just a few words, it carries Yan Jiming’s loyalty and devotion to family and country, moving countless people to tears. His portrayal has become a hot topic in the AI short-drama space and has also prompted audiences to reassess the weight of history. 🏛 A tie-in with the Xi'an Beilin Museum In the short drama, after Yan Jiming’s image is restored, he stands before the "Stele of the Yan Family Ancestral Temple" at the Xi'an Beilin Museum, straightens his attire, and bows to his uncle. This meeting across a thousand years left viewers deeply moved: "What’s carved on the stele isn’t just characters, but a person’s entire life." The Xi'an Beilin Museum has since become a must-visit spot for many. Visit the Xi'an Beilin Museum to experience the thousand-year memories awakened by "Green Plums by the Inkstone"!

On June 14, the special exhibition "civilization perfected — gold art of the Hellenistic period" opened at Shaanxi History Museum. Bringing together 250 pieces/sets of gold artifacts from 25 cultural institutions in Greece, the exhibition has traveled across mountains and seas to Xi'an, the starting point of the ancient Silk Road, where a deep dialogue between Chinese and Greek civilizations unfolds amid a cluster of Tang‑style buildings. Structured around four themes—honor the gods, rites of life, myriad wonders, and fusion of craft—the exhibition presents the brilliant achievements and core spirit of Hellenistic goldwork from 323 BCE to the 1st century CE. Visitors can admire close-up depictions of deities, personal ornaments, household vessels, and masterpieces of composite techniques, and feel how faith, ritual, and aesthetics converge in gold. Shaanxi History Museum is a pearl of the ancient capital and a treasure house of Chinese civilization. Its permanent galleries trace over 1 million years of cultural history and are renowned for national treasures such as the Hejia Village hoard of gold and silver, original Tang‑dynasty tomb murals, a sancai camel carrying musicians figurine, and an agate cup with a gilded animal‑head mount. In dialogue across time with the museum’s High Tang gold artifacts, this special exhibition bathes Chang'an in golden light once more, transforming the city into a dazzling stage for mutual learning among civilizations. Head to Shaanxi History Museum and embark on a golden conversation spanning 2,000 years!

Huaqing Palace is offering two exclusive perks, set against the elegance of the High Tang era, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in a thousand years of Tang style. 🏯 Huaqing Palace free entry perk ⏰ Time: From now through August 31, 2026 📍 Location: Huaqing Palace Muhuashuiqing Gate (central gate) 🎫 Ticket: Visitors wearing a complete hanfu outfit with refined makeup can enter for free by presenting their own national ID card ✨ Highlights: • Free entry requires a full hanfu outfit plus refined styling. 💍 Huaqing Palace half-price special for newlyweds ⏰ Time: August 6, 2026–December 31, 2027 📍 Location: Huaqing Palace on-site ticket window ✨ Highlights: • Let this thousand-year-old Tang palace witness your romantic newlywed moments. 🎭 Huaqing Palace immersive Tang-style experience 📍 Location: Huaqing Palace ✨ Highlights: • Tang court music and dance, themed float parades, and mini live performances on rotation. • Park-wide NPC interactions, with Pear Garden live-action role-play open for free. • Surprise pop-ups around every corner—be both a spectator and a character in the Tang palace story. ⏳ Recommended visit duration: all day 💡 Travel tip: Plan your visit in advance and wear comfortable clothing for interactive activities. Come to Huaqing Palace to unlock two exclusive perks and an immersive Tang-style experience!

As fall begins, Tang Paradise in Chang'an creates a dreamlike night tour with pavilions and towers, shimmering lakes, and immersive performances that transport you back to the flourishing Tang era. 🎭 Immersive mini-theater "Drum" at Ziyun Tower On the third floor of Ziyun Tower, the mini-theater stages "Drum" from the UNESCO-listed Dongcang drum music. This 35-minute performance blends millennia-old sounds with refined courtly aesthetics, immersing you in a splendid Tang dream. 🌊 Furong Lake grand water, light, and dance show "Chasing the Tang Dream" Furong Lake becomes a vast natural stage, with the Ziyun Tower complex as the real-life backdrop for a fully immersive fusion of light, shadow, water, and dance. Board a boat and become a dream-seeker as you take in poetic scenes—spring river, flowers, and moonlight; Silk Road camel bells; and the Rainbow Skirt and Feathered Coat. 📸 Night photo spots From Ziyun Tower, gaze over a sea of lights mirrored on the lake; the Colorful Clouds corridor where red lanterns line up in perfect symmetry; the Court Ladies Hall’s moonlit mirror platform that turns reflections into a ready-made stage; Silver Bridge’s cascading falls shrouded in mist with 3D projections; and Chang'an Wharf where face-shaped lanterns cast a warm red glow—every corner is a cinematic backdrop for ancient-style shots. 👘 Hanfu experience The park offers 100+ free Hanfu outfit options. Pay a deposit to don Tang-style attire and stroll the gardens, step into a living painting of the High Tang, and capture your own Tang-inspired moment. Come to Tang Paradise and savor the ultimate romance of a Tang Dynasty night!

In summer 2026, Xi'an Museum is extending its opening hours to 7:00 PM daily and rolling out a slate of exhibitions and interactive experiences that bring the millennia-old history and culture of Chang'an to life. 🏛 Xi'an Museum summer extended hours ⏰ Dates: July 1–August 31, 2026 ⏰ Opening hours: 8:30 AM–7:00 PM (last entry at 6:00 PM) ✨ Highlights: • Extended by 1 hour daily, with a new 5:00–6:00 PM reservation slot. • Daily reservation capacity increased to 16,000 to welcome more visitors. 🏺 Han unifies the realm — theme exhibition on unity and exchange in the Han dynasty ⏰ Dates: July 1–August 31, 2026 📍 Location: Temporary exhibition hall, 1st floor, Xi'an Museum ✨ Highlights: • Experience the grandeur of the Han Empire and its cultural fusion, and feel the ambition of territorial expansion. • Diverse displays such as armor formations, courtly music, and Silk Road camel bells showcase the Han dynasty’s prosperity. 🗼 Beyond the climb — XR journey into a Tang pagoda ⏰ Dates: July 1–August 31, 2026 📍 Location: Experience zone on the west side of the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, Xi'an Museum ✨ Highlights: • A 1:1 recreation of a multi-eaved Tang pagoda for an immersive look at Tang-era architecture and artifacts. • AI virtual guide Tang Xiaomei leads you through the pagoda’s inner structure and artifact details. • Paired with the Small Wild Goose Pagoda historical exhibit to capture the grandeur and romance of a thousand-year-old Tang pagoda. 🐉 Treasure trail — tracing the Great Tang ⏰ Dates: July 1–August 31, 2026 📍 Location: Temporary exhibition hall, 2nd floor, Xi'an Museum ✨ Highlights: • Guided by the mythical creature “Caibao,” immerse yourself in Tang sancai firing techniques and artifact restoration. • Meet a young Di Renjie and explore the mystery behind lost national treasures together. • Experience the vibrant street life of the High Tang and the details and delights of daily living. 🏺 Xi'an Museum permanent exhibitions ✨ Highlights: • Artifacts from the Zhou, Qin, Han, and Tang dynasties tell a continuous story spanning a thousand years. • Highlights include the Western Zhou Yong you bronze vessel, a Qin jade cup with linked cloud motif, and a Han gilt bronze lamp shaped like a sheep. • The Tang sancai “Flying Horse” embodies Silk Road cultural exchange and peak craftsmanship. 💡 Travel tips: Reserve your visit in advance. The new evening slot is ideal for avoiding peak crowds. In summer, bring sun protection and stay hydrated. Come to Xi'an Museum and discover the enduring allure of Chang'an’s history and culture.

Summer at the Xi'an City Wall runs from sunset to moonrise, with a vibrant lineup of night activities—challenge games, concerts, live outdoor performances, and cultural talks—for an immersive, one-of-a-kind experience. 🏯 Anding Gate barbican challenges and Tianshuijing concerts ⏰ Hours: starts at dusk ✨ Highlights: • Interaction with staff in Tang costumes: try traditional challenge games like pitch-pot, cuju (ancient football), and feiqian coin-toss. • Saturday-only Tianshuijing concerts: live folk and pop performances with great vibes. • Summer cool-down: chilled watermelon and iced herbal tea are available in the barbican for a refreshing break. Dream Chang'an – Grand Tang welcoming ceremony live performance 🛫 Entry: evening show. Exact time is based on the on-site schedule. ✨ Highlights: • The Tang at its peak: ceremony, music, dance, and lighting recreate the grandeur of the imperial court. • Immersive moments: enter across a drawbridge and feel transported back to the Tang dynasty. • Exquisite details: from the city-gate entry ritual to the song-and-dance numbers, every scene showcases Tang splendor. 🏯 Good night, City Wall summer night cultural talks ⏰ Hours: after the Dream Chang'an show ends ✨ Highlights: • Culture after dark: museum and archaeology experts gather for a nighttime talk on Chang'an history and cultural relics. • Good-night gift: receive a postcard featuring the city wall under the moon to mail to yourself or a friend. • Night views and unhurried time: relax by the battlements, take in Xi'an’s skyline, and savor a tranquil summer evening. 💡 Travel tips: wear comfortable shoes for extended walking. Nights can be cooler, so bring a light jacket. Come to the Xi'an City Wall and unlock an immersive summer night experience!

In summer 2026, many museums and scenic areas in Xi'an are extending their hours to offer nighttime experiences. Activity details: • Xi'an Beilin Museum: July 1–31, 2026. Daily hours extended by 1 hour. New opening hours: 8:30 AM–7:00 PM (ticket sales end at 5:30 PM). Take time to appreciate its precious stone steles and inscriptions. Visitors with eligible ID receive free admission. • Xi'an Museum: July 1–August 31, 2026. Daily hours extended by 1 hour, with added evening reservation slots. Opening hours: 8:30 AM–7:00 PM (last entry at 6:00 PM). • Xi'an Library: July 1–August 31, 2026. Selected areas have extended hours. Closed on Mon. Open Tue–Sun as normal. • Qinglong Temple Ruins Scenic Area: July 1–August 31, 2026. Daily hours extended by 1 hour. Opening hours: 8:30 AM–7:00 PM (last entry at 6:00 PM). Free admission with no reservation required. Morning exercise hours for residents are unaffected. • Xi'an Folk Custom Museum: July 1–31, 2026. Daily hours extended by 1 hour. Opening hours: 9:00 AM–6:30 PM (last entry at 6:00 PM). Closed every Tue. • Hanjingdi Yangling Mausoleum Museum: July 1–August 31, 2026. Daily hours extended by 90 minutes. Opening hours: 8:30 AM–6:30 PM (last entry at 6:00 PM). The conservation and display hall for the outer burial pits is well worth a visit. Students sitting the high school and college entrance exams receive free admission with their exam admission ticket. • Shanxi Hantang Shike Museum: July 1–August 31, 2026. Daily hours extended by 3 hours. Opening hours: 9:30 AM–8:30 PM (ticket sales end at 8:00 PM). A full lineup of summer study programs is available. • Great Han Shanglinyuan Scenic Area and Xi'an Qin Brick and Han Tile Museum: July 1–August 31, 2026. Daily hours extended by 3 hours. Opening hours: 8:00 AM–7:00 PM. Educational study tours and signature activities run during extended hours. • Gaojia Courtyard Museum of Classical Costumes (Xi'an): July 1–August 31, 2026. Daily hours extended by 3 hours. Opening hours: 10:00 AM–9:00 PM. A rich array of exhibits, great for family-friendly visits. • Xi'an New Dream Film Museum: July 1–September 30, 2026. Daily hours extended by 4 hours. Opening hours: 10:00 AM–10:00 PM. Exhibitions and visitor programs remain open into the evening. 💡 Travel tip: Plan your visit in advance, as some venues require reservations. In summer, stay sun-safe and hydrated. Head to Xi'an and unlock the unique charm of summer nights!

Shaanxi History Museum announces new visitor-friendly measures! From March 15, 2026 to November 14, 2026 1. Weekly closure days canceled: the main museum will open on Mondays, and the Qin and Han Gallery will open on Tuesdays. 2. Extended opening hours: the main museum will be open 1 hour longer daily, with opening hours adjusted to 8:30 AM–7:00 PM (last entry at 6:00 PM). The Qin and Han Gallery hours remain 8:30 AM–6:00 PM (last entry at 5:00 PM). 3. Daily booking quota adjusted: renovation and upgrades at the main museum are ongoing. The daily booking quota will be dynamically adjusted based on the area open to visitors.

Summer heat is sweeping Xi'an, and cool water parks are the perfect escape. In summer 2026, gather your family and friends and head to these 4 water parks in Xi'an for a splash-filled adventure. 🏞 Xi'an Happy Valley Maya Water Park ⏰ Hours: daily 11:00 AM–10:00 PM 📍 Location: Fengdong New City, Xixian New Area • High-altitude wave rider: Plunge from 20m for weightless thrills and refreshing spray. • Twin Dragon water coaster: Full-throttle launches with that push-you-into-your-seat sensation—chase the wind and ride the waves. • Happy water fortress: Tipping buckets, water slides, and other gentle attractions keep the kids grinning. • Night wave pool: A 16,000 sq m mega water stage where lights, lasers, and water screens dazzle, as 1,000 drones light up the romantic summer sky. 🏖 Lewa City 88°C Hot Spring Park ⏰ Hours: daily 11:00 AM–10:00 PM 📍 Location: Jinghe New City, Xixian New Area • Temperature-controlled water system: Weather-proof fun anytime. • Screamer water loop, giant horn slide, Super Mary: Push your limits and let the stress melt away. • Deep-sea float parade: Over 100 costumed performers spring surprises, transporting you to a fantastical ocean realm. • Nighttime vibes: Live vocals, acoustic sets, pulsing EDM, and splash parties ignite summer nights. 🎢 Silk Road Happy World ⏰ Hours: daily 10:00 AM–10:00 PM 📍 Location: Xi'an Silk Road Happy World • 4D time-reversal coaster: Inversions and high-speed dives shake off summer heat and pressure. • Golden City rafting and Mirage glass sky-slide: Surge through rapids and stay cool all day. • Bubble battle: Foamy fun and cool splashes chase away the summer blues. • Mediterranean soundwave carnival: Music and spray collide for a peak-summer party. 🌊 Chang'an Park ⏰ Hours: daily 9:00 AM–7:00 PM 📍 Location: Xi'an Aerospace Base • Cartoon-themed water features: Vivid colors create a storybook splash world. • Multi-level water slides: Kids play to their hearts’ content, with nonstop giggles. • Beach-style lounge zone: A relaxing retreat for both adults and children. • Rice-field mini train: Cruise the lakeside, snap photos, and savor family time. Make a beeline for these 4 Xi'an water parks to splash away the heat and enjoy a refreshingly cool summer!