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XI'AN

Xi'an used to be the capital city of China, especially under Qin and Tang dynasties. Nowadays, it is one of the main Chinese cities, capital of the province of Shaanxi. Like all large cities, there is not so much remaining from its past architecture. However, the city walls have been restored and some of the atmosphere in some Chinese and Muslim areas still remind Old Xi'an. But Xi'an is especially famous for the thousands of soldiers from the earthened terra cotta army of Emperor Qin Shihuangdi, which proportions and state of conservation are amazing.

The Bell Tower.

The Drum Tower.

The City's South Gate.

The entrance of Xi'an Great Mosque.

Inside Xi'an Great Mosque.

The earthened terra cotta Army of Emperor Qin Shihuangdi.

A neolithic potery at Banpo site.