Things to do in Lantian

Sito bellissimo, incredibile la storia. Da visitare assolutamente nel pomeriggio dove la folla della mattina è passata. Noi all'ingresso abbiamo contrattato con varie guide e alle fine con 30€ abbiamo preso una guida solo per noi (ci hanno detto che il pomeriggio c'è maggior facilità di contrattazione perché non ci sono molti turisti). Il giardino non siamo riusciti a vederlo perché avevamo finito il tempo ma dice meriti...

Shuilu Temple is a complete Buddhist temple, renowned during the Six Dynasties. It is a quadrangle-style building with five front gates, 13 side rooms on each of the north and south sides, three central halls in the courtyard, and five main halls to the west. The entire courtyard exudes a tranquil and ancient elegance. The temple's colorful clay wall sculptures are its hallmark, possessing both high aesthetic and historical value. It is a treasure trove of ancient Chinese sculpture and is known as "China's Second Dunhuang."

There really are white deer at Bailuyuan! This attraction wasn't originally on our Xi'an itinerary, but it was a pleasant surprise! The scenic area is well-planned and the scenery is beautiful, with views of Zhongnan Mountain. The kids had a great time playing and exploring. Definitely worth it! We also ate delicious black stinky tofu and sweet soup 😋 Since our previous Terracotta Warriors day trip included Bailuyuan, we figured we had extra days, so we opted for this day trip. We paid 200 yuan for a single ticket to see two large theaters – "Two Tigers Guard Chang'an" and "Black Cat" – plus a VR show and some exhibits. Honestly, it was quite good; the actors were very professional. It felt like we were filming in a movie set. A truly great experience, and the ticket price was reasonable, cheaper than other stage plays in Xi'an. There's also a large amusement park nearby where you could spend a whole day. Although it's a bit far, it's worth a visit if you have the time! Great! 👍🏼

I’m really happy I visited this place! I thought I would find some gardens and a few temples, but instead, I discovered an entire mountain with a cable car and everything.I started walking around without really knowing where to go, but the area is full of maps, so it’s easy enough not to get lost.I had no idea Chiang Kai-shek’s temporary office was located here. It was truly interesting to visit!Afterwards, I wandered along the streams and lakes, surrounded by nature and temples, until I came across the cable car. I decided to take it only on the way up.From there, I continued hiking to Beacon Hill. There are quite a lot of steps, but the views make it absolutely worth it.After that, I walked all the way back down the mountain. I discovered so much more than I had expected! I even bought some souvenirs and grabbed some KFC along the way.If you’re planning to hike up to Beacon Hill without taking the cable car, be prepared for a very long walk!

Take a stroll through the Tang Dynasty Never-Sleeping City on a pleasant autumn evening. The evening breeze is cool, the lights are dazzling, and the atmosphere of the Tang Dynasty is palpable. Street performances are everywhere, and tourists come and go, creating a lively scene. No need to plan a route; just wander around and explore as you please. Immersed in this world of lights, feeling the warmth of everyday life and ancient charm, this is what small satisfactions in ordinary days are all about. Chang'an's autumn nights are as bright as ever.

I brought my 3-year-old son to Xi'an this time. We spent two days there, visiting the Tang Paradise (2-day ticket + 3 shows). I think it was totally worth the price! I recommend it to couples or families with children—it's easy on kids and parents.

The scenery is indeed beautiful, and cycling on the city wall is incredibly fun. However, the rental price is quite high; you pay for three hours of riding, but after only an hour of riding half a lap, you're already a bit tired, so the remaining two hours' worth of money is wasted. I recommend that those with good stamina start from Yongning Gate, as bicycles are not allowed through Yongning Gate. Starting from other gates will prevent you from completing a full loop.

The Xi'an Museum at the Small Wild Goose Pagoda was less crowded than the Shaanxi History Museum, but its collection was also very rich. The guide, Xiao Li, explained everything in great detail; although it's repetitive work every day, she didn't do it half-heartedly. 👍

Da Ci'en Temple is a famous temple where the Tang Dynasty monk Xuanzang served as abbot. The Big Wild Goose Pagoda, located within the temple grounds, is a landmark of Xi'an, offering panoramic views of the city. Nearby attractions include the Tang Paradise and the Tang Dynasty City Never Sleeps, where visitors can enjoy nighttime views or performances after their visit.

As a historical C-drama fan, visiting The Longest Day in Chang’an Theme Block was exciting! 🏮 The traditional architecture made us feel like we had stepped back into ancient China.However, our booking experience was confusing. We weren’t told that banquet seats needed to be reserved in advance, and without a Chinese mobile number, we struggled. Thankfully, a helpful staff member managed to get us seats, although my sister and I had to sit separately.The included dress-up experience was also disappointing. The makeup was rushed, and we looked far too pale, so we removed it straight after the banquet. We had hoped to walk around in hanfu and fully immerse ourselves in the experience.Overall, we’d love to do it again, but next time, we’d skip the banquet and dress-up package. ❤️