1. Big Goose Pagoda (652) and its North Square (2003)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Big Goose Pagoda<\/a> is the most important symbol of the ancient city of Xian. It was originally built in 652 in Tang Dynasty ( 619 \u2013 907 ) for Xuan Zang to put the scriptures and statues he had brought back from India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is the earliest and largest remaining brick square tower built in Tang Dynasty in China, an iconic Buddhist landmark combining the Indian Buddhist architectural forms with the Chinese Han vernacular building features. The present pagoda is 64.5 meters high with 7 stories, located inside Da Ci\u2019en Temple south of Xian city centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Big Goose Pagoda<\/p>\n\n\n Musical Fountain at North Square of Big Goose Pagoda<\/p>\n\n\n Completed in 2003, the Big Goose Pagoda North Square mainly comprises Asia\u2019s largest Tang Dynasty themed cultural plaza, Asia\u2019 s largest musical fountain square, and Asia\u2019s largest statue square. The construction of the huge cultural square features the Tang culture elements of Big Goose Pagoda and Da Ci\u2019en Temple, combining the elements of the traditional and the modern. The music fountain starts at 8:00 pm everyday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Xian Ancient City Wall<\/a> is rectangle in shape with a perimeter of 14 km, 12 meters high, 18 meters wide at its base and 15 meters wide at its top. The wall has four main gates \u2013 East Changle Gate, West Anding Gate, South Yongning Gate and North Anyuan Gate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Xian city wall<\/a> was built on the former imperial city walls of Tang Dynasty ( 619 \u2013 907 ) and the current wall was rebuilt in 1374 and completed in 1378 with over 600 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n South Gate to Xian City Wall<\/p>\n\n\n Xian City Wall<\/a> was constructed in a way centered on a fairly complete defense system with its width longer than its height, standing as firm as a mountain. On the wall top, chariots and horses could be easily moved. It is the one of the most important city walls ever built in the late Middle Ages and the most well preserved ancient city wall in China.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After consistent repair and protection, the Xian City Wall now offers a good combination of the city wall, city moats and forest belt. You can walk, even cycle on the wall. Its south gate is the largest with a suspension bridge. Most of the tourists choose the south gate for sightseeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Xian Bell Tower was originally built in 1384 during Ming Dynasty ( 1368 \u2013 1644 ). It is the largest and most well preserved bell tower among the numerous remaining bell towers in China. It is located in the heart of Xian city, the hub of the four avenues fanning out from the bell tower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In ancient time, the bell in a bell tower was stricken at dawn and the drum in a drum tower was beat at sunset to indicate the end of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n The Xian Bell Tower was built on a square base, a wood and stone structure with two stories, three eaves and 4 upturned roof corners; it is 8.6 meters high at its base and 36 meters high above the base with a perimeter of 35.5 meters with an area of 1377.4 square meters. Today, the Bell Tower can only be accessed from the entrance on North Avenue. There is a staircase leading to the top of the Bell Tower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To the northwest of the Xian Bell Tower is the Xian Drum Tower. The Drum Tower is located in a busy street which is full of street traders and hawkers. The Drum Tower got its name from the huge drum located within the building. In ancient time, the bell in a bell tower was stricken at dawn and the drum in a drum tower was beat at sunset to indicate the end of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Drum Tower is 4 years older than Bell Tower and built in 1380 in Ming Dynasty ( 1368 \u2013 1644 ). It went through two large-scale revamps in Qing Dynasty ( 1644 \u2013 1911 ).<\/p>\n\n\n Today the Drum tower marks the southern entrance to the city\u2019s Muslim Quarter which is an interesting area to walk around and have a look. You will feel as if you are in a \u201ccity within a city\u201d in the Muslim Quarter. Atop the Drum Tower you will have a bird\u2019s eye view of the Muslim Quarters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n My selection of Xian People\u2019s Hotel on the top list is to some extent due to the emotion and nostalgia the local Xian people have over the building. It used to the best hotel in 1950s where the experts from former Soviet Union stayed with a kind of mystery looming in people\u2019s hearts.<\/p>\n\n\n The hotel was built in 1953 and revamped in 1985. It is one of the famous large courtyard hotels in China with an construction area of 63800 square meters. The hotel is composed of a group of buildings which feature the combination of Chinese architecture\u2019s simplicity and elegance with the Western delicacy and splendor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is scattered with Chinese pavilion-topped buildings surrounded by classical Chinese gardens in a spacious compound. Today, part of the hotel complex has been turned to Sofitel Xian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Xian People\u2019s Theatre was originally built in 1954 in order to house the Northwest Art Work Troupe ( Today\u2019s Shaanxi Singing and Dancing Troupe) that had been relocated from Yan\u2019an to Xian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The building features the mixed Chinese and Western architectural styles, and later it was encluded together with other 36 buildings completed in mainly in Beijing 1950s in the book named \u201d World Architecture History\u201d published in UK.<\/p>\n\n\n Xian People\u2019s Theater is known as the first modern theater in northwest China, hold more than 1000 persons. It is the venue for plenty of dramatic performances. Today, the theater is also converted into a dinner theater with integrated dining and entertainment. Add: No. 41, Beida Jie, Xincheng District, Xi\u2019an.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Completed in 2005, Tang Paradise<\/a> \uff08\u5927\u5510\u8299\u84c9\u56ed) is the largest culture theme park in the Northwest Region of China. Built and expanded on the former site of Tang Paradise in Tang Dynasty ( 618-907), now it is a model imperial garden to fully demonstrate the Tang Dynasty\u2019s charm and grandeur. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The setting, a landscaped 165-acre site surrounding a willow-lined lake, captures something of the look and feel of classical Chinese landscape painting.<\/p>\n\n\n Throughout the Tang Paradise, there are twelve scenic regions including the attraction of Ziyun Tower Block, Elegant Lady Area, Imperial Banquet Hall, Fanglin Fragrant Garden, Phoenix Theater, Apricot Garden, Lu Yu Teahouse, Tang Marketplace and the Floating-drink at Qujiang Lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Water Film is the main attraction in Tang Paradise. The screen of the water is a film of water, which makes you a wonderful and illusory feeling that you were on the scene in person. When the figures in the movie appear on the screen, it seems that they are flying to the sky or coming down from the heaven. It is indeed a splendid ocular enjoyment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Open Time: 9:00 am-21:00 pm 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 Xian Tour<\/a> Beijing Xian High Speed Train Experience<\/a> Tips for Visiting Muslim Quarter in Xian<\/a> Best Places to See Autumn Leaves around Xian<\/a> How to Visit Maijishan Grottoes from Xian by Train<\/a> Visit Xian in January (Weather, Wear, & Tips)<\/a> Any questions, just drop a line.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" A city\u2019 name card or image symbol is best manifested in its iconic architectural landmarks. 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<\/a>![\"Musical](\"http:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Music-Fountain-Show-at-the-North-Square-of-the-Big-Goose-Pagoda1.jpg\")
<\/a>2. Xian Ancient City Wall ( 1274 \u2013 1378 )<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
![\"South](\"http:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/South-Gate-to-Xian-City-Wall.jpg\")
<\/a>3. Xian Bell Tower (1384)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
![\"Bell](\"http:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Bell-Tower11.jpg\")
<\/a>4. Drum Tower (1380)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
![\"Drum](\"http:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Drum-Tower4.jpg\")
<\/a>5. Xian People\u2019s Hotel (1953)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
![\"Xian](\"http:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Xian-Peoples-Hotel.jpg\")
<\/a>6. Xian People\u2019s Theatre ( 1954 )<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
![\"Xian](\"http:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Xian-Peoples-Theatre.jpg\")
<\/a>7. Tang Paradise (2005)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
![\"Ziyun](\"http:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tang-Paradise11.jpg\")
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\nEntrance fee: RMB 120 (high season): RMB90 (Low season)
\nAdd: 99 Furong West Road, Qujiang New District, Xian ( to the southeast of Big Goose Pagoda)
\nHow to there
\nTake Bus 609 from Bell Tower area and get off at the 12th stop of Tang Paradise \uff08\u5927\u5510\u8299\u84c9\u56ed\uff09<\/p>\n\n\n\nTip: Hassle-free Xian Guided Tours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Xian Day Tour<\/a>
Xian Tour Packages<\/a>
Beijing Xian Tour<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nFurther Readings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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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<\/a>
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 Visit Terracotta Army<\/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
Tips for Visiting Xian City Wall<\/a>
The Ramparts of Quebec City and Xian City<\/a>
Tips for Visiting Shaanxi History Museum<\/a>
Tips for Visiting Xian Bell Tower<\/a>
How to Visit Daming Palace National Heritage Park<\/a>
Top 10 Photography Spots in Xian<\/a>
The Night View of Great Tang All Day Mall<\/a>
Tips for Visiting Hanyang Tombs Xian<\/a>
The Song of Everlasting Sorrow Show in Xian<\/a>
Tips for Visiting Big Wild Goose Pagoda<\/a>
Yaodong Cave Dwellings in Xian<\/a>
Tips for Visiting Huaqing Hot Springs 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
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 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 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