Shaanxi Travel Guide
Location: in the northwest part of China Area: 205,800 square kilometers Population: 37,200,000(at the end of 2008) |
Shaanxi is considered one of the cradles of Chinese civilization. Thirteen feudal dynasties established their capitals in the province during a span of more than 1,100 years, from the Zhou Dynasty to the Tang Dynasty.
The province's principal city and current capital, Xi'an, is one of the four great ancient capitals of China and is the eastern terminus of the Silk Road, which leads to Europe, Arabia and Africa.
Because of the Silk Road, Shaanxi has long been a collection of diverse cultures. You will be obeesed with the combination of religions and cultures here in Shaanxi.
As for the one of the eight wonders in the world, a trip to Terro-cotta Warriors in Xi'an will definitely worth the tour in Shaanxi,China.