Tourist Attractions in Xian, China
Imperial Tombs
Imperial Tombs may be found in and around the city of Xian, and they are the last resting places of a number of Emperors that controlled the area. The Tomb of Mao Ling, the Tomb of Emperor Gao Zong and his Empress Wu Zetian (which is located in the Qian Ling region), the Tomb of Prince Yong Tai, and the Tomb of Emperor Tai Zong are some of the most important tombs (in Zhao Ling area). These tombs may be found in a variety of directions ranging from twenty-five to fifty miles (forty to eighty kilometres) away from Xian city. All of the tombs are famous for having distinctive characteristics, such as stunning frescos, vibrant patterns, murals, and other types of artwork.
Shanxi History Museum
The Shanxi History Museum is located in close proximity to Daxiangshan Si as well as the Big Goose Pagoda. The museum first welcomed visitors in 1992 and has since become well-known for the extraordinary relic collection that it houses. Ancient artefacts such as arrowheads, jewellery, bronze vessels, and other items are shown on the level below. There are also two different rooms on the bottom level, each of which have displays of decorations made of bronze, porcelain, gold, and silver depictions of dragons, birds, and flowers, as well as costumes and other garb.
Banpo Neolithic Village
The Banpo Neolithic Village may be found on the eastern edge of the Xian city limits. The archaeological dig at the Neolithic Village site is now known as the Banpo Museum. The Yangshao civilization is well-known for having flourished at this location between the years 4500 BC and 3750 BC, and the site wasn’t identified until 1953. This location may be broken down into three distinct parts: the residential area, the burial cemetery, and the cultural village. The residential portion of the site contains the ruins of old homes, and the burial field features displays of skeletons and other artefacts that were exhumed from the graves at this location. A handful of cottages may be seen at the Culture Settlement, which is a reproduction of the old village.
Bell Tower
The Bell Tower may be found right in the middle of the city of Xian. The original construction of the Bell Tower was built in the 14th century on the location that is now occupied by the present building. The wooden building that is here now was constructed in 1582 and dates back to that year. Various kinds of wind chimes are hung up and exhibited within the tower. A bell made of bronze may also be found at this location.
Dufu Memorial Temple
Dufu Memorial Temple lies about 12 km from Xian city. During the Tang dynasty, the famed poet Dufu produced almost 1400 poems, the majority of which were narratives of the events that occurred during that time period. The Dufu Memorial Temple is a wonderful illustration of the traditional architecture that was popular throughout the Tang dynasty. It was built in commemoration of Dufu. Within the temple is a large figure carved out of stone that depicts Dufu. You may also see an ink replica of a stele that was inscribed by Dufu at this location. Those who like art and poetry should definitely pay a visit to this shrine.
Famen Temple
The Famen Temple is one of the most visited places of worship for Buddhists in China and is located around 19 kilometres west of Xian city. It is reported that the Buddha’s finger bones, in the shape of three distinct bones, are preserved at this temple. This holy relic was thought to have been lost to history until 1981, when the stupa at this temple fell, exposing a number of priceless artefacts as well as the well-known bone fragments of Buddha’s fingers. The stupa was reconstructed, and the sacred relics were placed in a shrine inside the temple after being moved there.
