{"id":16614,"date":"2022-02-14T10:12:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-14T02:12:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/?p=16614"},"modified":"2022-02-15T00:25:38","modified_gmt":"2022-02-14T16:25:38","slug":"the-song-of-everlasting-sorrow-show-in-xian","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/shaanxi-travel\/xian-travel\/the-song-of-everlasting-sorrow-show-in-xian","title":{"rendered":"The Song of Everlasting Sorrow Show in Xi’an (Tips, Photos & Map)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you are planning your Xi’an tour<\/a>\u00a0during the period between April \u00a0and October, you are highly recommended to watch the mega singing and dancing performance named “Song of Everlasting Sorrow” which takes place in Huaqing Hot Spring<\/a> in Xian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Venue of the Mega Singing and Dancing Performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The magnificent performance is held in the Huaqing Hot Spring<\/a> (also known as Huaqing Palace or Huaqing Pool) ,10 km west of Terracotta Army Museum. The Huaqing Hot Spring<\/a> itself is an essential attraction in Xian, which is located below Lishan Mountain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Venue of the Mega Singing and Dancing Performance<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

It is famous for its warm springs and the romantic story that happened here regarding Emperor Xuanzong (685-762) and his \u00a0favourite concubine Yang Yuhuan (719-756 ), often known as Yang Guifei \u00a0in the Tang Dynasty (618-907).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ABC of the Song of Everlasting Sorrow Show<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Song of Everlasting Sorrow Show is presented on the real-scene in Huaqing Hot Spring<\/a> (also known as Huaqing Palace or Huaqing Pool) with the backdrop of Lishan Mountain and the ponds, pavilions, corridors and palaces in the background. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The performance is a real-scene singing and dancing historical drama with dazzling lights, beautiful music and songs, lavish costumes and the grand stage which is partially submerged in the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The performance is adapted on the same name poem written by the famous Tang Dynasty poet Bai Juyi (772-846) retelling the lament of the court concubine Yang  Yuhuan (719-756) and  Emperor Xuanzong (685-762) .<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the story, \u00a0Emperor Xuanzong fell deeply in love with his beautiful concubine Yang Yuhuan ( Yang Guifei ). His love diverted his focus on his ruling duties and caused much trouble to his country that led to a military coup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ministers and the soldiers around\u00a0Emperor Xuanzong thought that it was \u00a0the concubine\u00a0Yang \u00a0Yuhuan who had caused the\u00a0chaos. Later under the pressure, \u00a0Emperor Xuanzong had his favorite concubine Yang Yuhuan killed to save the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The poem-turned drama is presented in four parts with a preclude and 10 scenes. The four parts include “Fall in Love”, “A Sweet Couple”, “Goodbye to Love” and “Meet again on Fairyland” .<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Show Time and Entrance Fees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Show Time:<\/strong>
Twice performances a day ( Valid from April through October )\u00a0\u00a0 20:00 \u2013 21:10; 21:40 \u2013 22:50<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Entrance Fees:<\/strong>
RMB 220 ( east or west side area): RMB 260 ( central area); VIP area: RMB 988\/888\/588<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to See the Show and How to Get there<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Both Huaqing Hotspring and Terracotta Army are on the same eastern travel route from Xian’s city center, which can be combined to have a day trip. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Huqing Hot Springs ( Huaqing Palace) and Terracotta Army on the east of Xian center.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

So most of the travellers would first Terracotta Army Museum <\/a>and Huaqing Hot Spring<\/a> (also known as Huaqing Palace or Huaqing Pool), then stay on to see the grand performance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You either stay in Xianyang or return to the city of Xi’an after show. Self-arranged transport or joining in a local tour is highly recommended. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Virtual Tour of the Song of Everlasting Sorrow Show<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Follow me to have a glimpse of the great real-scene drama – Song of Everlasting Sorrow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yang Yuhuan (Yang Guifei) was chosen as the imperial concubine. A grand ceremony was held to give the title to the court concubine with lively music and dances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Yang Yuhuan (Yang Guifei) was chosen as the imperial concubine<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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The colourful scene from the show<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

On the evening of Qixi Festival (every year on July 7th according to Chinese lunar calendar, also known as the Chinese Valentine’s Day), Emperor Xuanzong and his favorite concubine were looking  at the Milky Way, showing their affections to each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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On the evening of Qixi Festival<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Yang Yuhuan (Yang Guifei) bathed in the hot springs served by several maids. She was in her silk blouse, showing a kind of Tang Dynasty style beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Yang Yuhuan (Yang Guifei) bathed in the hot springs<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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The grand scene from the mega performance<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

An Lushan (703 – 757), a general stationed on the frontier during the reign of Emperor Xuanzong, \u00a0introduced the popular Tartar dances, \u00a0giving much vitality to the imperial palace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The imposing scene from the show<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The imperial palace was full of happiness and enjoyment. Yang Yuhuan had a elegant dance. The emperor was so deeply enticed by the beautiful dance and song that he embraced his lover to sing and dance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The imperial palace is full of happiness and enjoyment<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

An Lushan rebelled against Tang Dynasty, ending the romantic love between\u00a0 Emperor Xuanzong (685-762) and his \u00a0favorite concubine Yang Yuhuan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The ending of the romantic love<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Emperor Xuanzong run away from the Capital Chang’an ( Xian) and took his favorite concubine to Maweipo where had Yang Yuhuan killed under the pressure of his ministers and the soldiers who had thought that Yang Yuhuan (yang Guifei) was the cause of the chaotic situation in Tang Dynasty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emperor Xuanzong and his  favorite concubine Yang Yuhuan were reunited in a fairyland on a windy and snowy day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Emperor Xuanzong and his favorite concubine Yang Yuhuan were reunited in a fairyland<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Tip: Hassle-free Xian Guided Tours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t want to go the do-it-yourself route and prefer the hassle-free escorted tours,  here are some options for Xian guided tours:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Xi’an Tour<\/a>
Xi’an Day Tour<\/a>
Xi’an Tour Packages<\/a>
Beijing Xi’an Tour<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Further Readings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beijing Xian High Speed Train Experience<\/a>
Best Time to Visit Xian<\/a>
How to Visit Xian in Two Days?<\/a>
Xian Airport Transportation<\/a>
Xian Railway Station Transportation<\/a>
Xian Taxi: Xian Taxi Fares, Tips and Phones
Xian City Layout<\/a>
Xian\u2019s Top 7 Iconic Landmarks<\/a>
Where to Stay in Xian<\/a>
Top 10 Attractions in Xian<\/a>
Top Things to Do for Kids in Xian<\/a>
How to Visit Xian on a Budget<\/a>
The Starbucks in Xian<\/a>
Top Markets in Xian<\/a>
Top 10 Shopping Malls in Xian<\/a>
Top 10 Best Restaurants in Xian<\/a>
Top 10 Souvenirs in Xian<\/a>
Xian Tourist Traps, Xian Tourist Scams<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Visit Terracotta Warriors in Xi’an<\/a>
How to Visit Huaqing Hot Springs in Xi\u2019an<\/a>
How to visit Muslim Quarter in Xi\u2019an<\/a>
How to Visit Xi\u2019an City Wall<\/a>
The Ramparts of Quebec City and Xian City<\/a>
<\/a>How to Visit Shaanxi History Museum<\/a>
How to Visit Xi\u2019an Bell Tower<\/a>
How to Visit Daming Palace National Heritage Park<\/a>
Top 10 Photography Spots in Xi\u2019an<\/a>
The Night View of Great Tang All Day Mall<\/a>
How to Visit Hanyang Tombs Xi\u2019an<\/a>
The Song of Everlasting Sorrow Show in Xian<\/a>
Tips for Visiting Big Wild Goose Pagoda<\/a>
Yaodong Cave Dwellings in Xian<\/a>
How to Visit Mount Huashan<\/a>
Mt.Huashan Snow Scenes Photos<\/a>
How to visit Xiyue Temple<\/a>
Top 10 Hostels in Xian<\/a>
Top 10 Xian Luxury & Boutique Hotels<\/a>
Xi\u2019an: An Exotic City with an Undeniable Historical Depth<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Places to See Autumn Leaves around Xian<\/a>
Muslim Streets in Muslim Quarter in Xian<\/a>
Hua Jue Xiang, Huajue Lane at Xian Muslim Quarter<\/a>
The Night View of Great Tang All Day Mall<\/a>
Xian City Wall Night View<\/a>
What to do in Xian after dark<\/a>
Xian\u2019s Best Street Food<\/a>
Xian Muslim Quarter Exotic Food<\/a>
Xian Bar Street<\/a>
Spring Festival Lantern Exhibit in Xian<\/a>
Xian T<\/a>e<\/a>rracotta Army Pictures<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Visit Maijishan Grottoes from Xian by Train<\/a>
How to Visit Hukou Waterfall<\/a>
How to Visit Huangdi Mausoleum<\/a>
Xian Lhasa Flight Experience (Tips, Photos & Map)<\/a>
Beijing Xian Flight Experience<\/a>
Datong Xian High Speed Train<\/a>
Reviews on Beijing Xian Luoyang Tour<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit Xian in January (Weather, Wear, & Tips)<\/a>
Visit Xian in February<\/a>
How to Visit Xian in March<\/a>
Visit Xian in October<\/a>
How to Visit Xian in November<\/a>
Visit Xian in December<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Any questions, just drop a line.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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