Xi’an: Gateway to the Silk Road

Walk the ancient city walls of China’s old capital. Must-sees include the Terracotta Warriors, the vibrant Muslim Quarter, and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda.

Thousands of ancient terracotta warrior statues and horses stand in formation within a vast archaeological excavation pit. The foreground figures are illuminated by warm light, highlighting their earthy details, while countless others recede into the shaded background.

Xi'an 3-Day Itinerary: Terracotta Warriors & Ancient City Highlights

Xi'an is the "Rome of the East," a city where skyscrapers rise alongside 600-year-old walls and the smell of roasting [...]