Of course, there are several sleeping trains from Beijing to Xi'an. Child is also OK to take a train. So, please, consult your hotel in Bejing about that and they will help you to book train tickets. If you are going to Xi'an from Beijing air port directly, I suggest you to go to Xi'an by air.
Sep. 13,2009 01:28 Mr.tina(cn) replied:
Hi, there are both train and flight to xian. The train to xian starts from beijing west railway station. It will take about 11 hour by taking the fastest train. The cost is about 400 yuan for a soft sleeper. If you want to travel by plane, it only needs two or three hours. If you book the ticket early from the travel agency, you can get a big discount. the price is about 500 yuan if your book one month earlier. I think you'd better take a plane and book the tickets in advance, which is faster and more comfortable.
Oct. 11,2009 21:43 Mr.Paul(New Zealand) replied:
Hi, we travelled from Beijing to Xian by train when we were in China earlier this year with our 3 year old son....highly recommend the train trip as it is overnight, so you dont lose any sightseeing time. Fares for children go by height, so if your 5 year old is under 1.4m (I think) and can share a berth with one of his/her parents, he/she will travel for free. Trains leaves Beijing approx 8:00pm and arrives Xian at about 7:30 to 8:00am. Hope this is some help to you.
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Oct. 9,2009 03:14
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Ms.Siti(Malaysia) said:
Hai.. I intend to go for a holiday to Xian. Just curious, is't easy to find HALAL food there?? Which area do Muslim people stay most??
As many Muslims live in Xi'an, it is not difficult to find a Muslim restaurant. The most famous Muslim street is just located in the nortth of the Drum Tower and there are a lot of such restaurants.
Oct. 11,2009 00:27 Mr. murphy(ireland) replied:
i'm going to state the obvious here. how about the muslim quarter in xi'an
hi am jasb from mauritius i would like to go to xi'an for business purpose can you let me know where i have to go to reach there (e.g Shanghai, guangzhou etc) and which bus, train or taxi to go to shaanxi haihang import & export co.ltd (1# 1-10,mingyuanxinju, No.10 keji road xi'an, china)
Oct. 6,2009 20:57 Mr.Qi replied:
Shanghai and GUangzhou are both okay. Shanghai is nearer. Suggest you take the airport bus to Tangcheng Hotel and then take a taxi to the place. The taxi fare will a bit more then 10RMB. Showing address to the driver: 科技路10号华奥大厦A座1101
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Oct. 2,2009 00:03
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Ms.Monica(Australia) said:
Hi, I'll be going with a couple of friends to China in December. We don't want to go with a tour group so we're trying to organise everything ourselves. Will this be a problem? I heard that there is a lot of unrest in some urban centres and in parts of China. We're also planning to visit Xian but don't know if we should be avoiding the islamic quarter, which would be a shame since we've heard so much good about it. Could someone please reply and let me know what we should look out for? Thanks!
Hi, Ms.Monica, There are many foreign tourists who are DIY- travelling in China. Many Chinese can speak a little English, so you would find it not difficult to communicate with the locals. However, I still suggest you to hire a local guide, which would make your tour in China more comfortable. There were surely riots in Urumchi in July 2009 and Tibet in March 2008. However, it is very peaceful in other area in China. Xi'an, Beijing, Shanghai are all very safe places to visit. Islamic people in Xi'an are very friendly, but you should remember that you must not eat or talk about pork when they are present. So it is very safe to visit the Islamic quarter and the Islamic quarter is a popular tourism attraction for foreign tourists. In June 2009, two friends form England and I had a supper there. I suggest you visit the City Wall, the Bell Tower, the Shannxi History Museum and the Wild Goose Pagoda. If you need a local guide, please contact me by email(tingqian0@163.com)
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Oct. 2,2009 06:02
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Mr.Barley(UK) said:
Xi'an used to be a great place to visit. But now unfortunately the people have turned it into a commercial hypermarket. The service level is terrible;taxi drivers rude and greedy; everywhere is commercialised and the people treat tourists as goldmines. Beware when you come here. Sorry to say this but it is the truth. Even the travel agents charges high sums but unable to match the service level associated with the premium that you pay.
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Sep. 3,2009 22:04
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Mr.Duff(USA) said:
My wife and I are travelling to China as a part of an investment tour in the middle of September. We will be staying in Beijing at the beginning of our trip and want to come to Xi'an for one night and a day. What would anyone suggest in terms of a nice hotel and the best sights that could be seen during a one day trip?
Thank you, Dennis
Sep. 4,2009 03:49 Mr.Shan replied:
The best location hotel should be Bell Tower Hotel which is located at the city-center and you could see the nightview of Xi'an well. But, since close to street, a bit noisy at night. See comments at http://www.travelchinaguide.com/hotel/bell-tower-hotel-xian.htm For another choice is the 5-star Hyatt Hotel (very comfortable) which is located on the prosperous East Street, and just 10~15 minutes to the city center on foot. See comments at http://www.travelchinaguide.com/hotel/hyatt-regency-xian-hotel.htm
For one-day tour, of course go to see the Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses. If time left, please go to Shaanxi History Museum and then the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, both of which are located very close to each other.
Sep. 10,2009 10:44 Mr.Ayers(USA) replied:
I stayed at the Sofitel Hotel on Remin Square when I was in Xi'an June 2009. 5-star hotel, a little more expensive especially the restaurants in hotel. Highly recommend hotel for comfort and location. I suggest you try to visit Muslim Street area for local cultural flavor and great food. If you only have 1 day, I think your time would be best used staying within the city wall. Plenty to see without having to rush to more remote locations. Have fun. I will be back in Xi'an end of Sept beginning of Oct for Chinese National Holiday.
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Aug. 31,2009 04:53
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Ms.retiree said:
Hi
This is a great website for travellers who need some info on parts of China. A group of us retirees are going to Chengdu & Xian in last week of November. We are from Malaysia. Will it be too cold? How much is the train fare from Chengdu To Xian? How can we make advance ticket booking. Thank you.
Sep. 1,2009 02:02 Mr.Zhang(China) replied:
Although it is a rainy season in September in Xi'an, it only rains about for 10 days in this month. The average temperature ranges from 16 to 25 centigrade in Sep. So you need not worry about that. You will spend about 150 yuan for a spleep train ticket. I don't know how to book tickets in advance, so you may buy it in the train station.
Sep. 3,2009 03:47 Mr.Hank replied:
Yes, the weather will be cold at the end of Nov, but not the coldest time. If possible, I think you should take a down jacket, warm sweater, jeans and shoes. Except of the attractions outdoors, most of the restaurants, hotels and shopping plaza have good heating system, so please take it easy!
Teh train infor could be searced at http://www.travelchinaguide.com/china-trains/ Nov is not the tourism peak season in China, so you could purchase the train ticket from the railway station 3 days in advance. But, for ensure you could get one, you'd better ask for help from your hotel or a travel agency~
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Sep. 1,2009 04:42
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Mr.Autumnal wind said:
China Southern Airlines will resume Urumqi-Dunhuang-Xian flight service from September 1. It is a daily round-trip flight service. The flights take off from Urumqi at 08: 15, stop over at Duhuang airport at 09:25 for 50 minutes, then arrive at the Xian Xianyang International Airport at 12:35. The return flights depart from Xian at 13:25, and land at Urumqi Airport at 17:45.
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Aug. 7,2009 20:02
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Mr.g. Lauer(USA) said:
I will be in Hong Kong during January, 2001, then must get to Beijing early February. I can make connecting air flights in Xian only to SEE Terracotta Warriers. If so I will need someone to meet me, take me to see, that's SEE,them and return to the airport for my connecting flight. It is the only way I know to "see" the site before reurning to India on business. I do NOT want a detailed long-winded tour. I do not want to get involved in too many details. In and out, so to speak. Thank you.
Mr.g.Laucer, you will arrive in Xi'an during January,2010, won't you? You can take a taxi from Xi'an airport to the Terra Cotta directly. It's OK just pay the taxi driver 300 yuan for a single trip and the same amount of money when you come back to the airport. This may be the best and fatest way.
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Aug. 26,2009 03:38
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Mr.Pont(Spain) said:
Dear friends,
Having read your excellent advice, I'd like to ask you how you'd proceed in my situation. I will be in China from October 13 to October 25, and I want to visit Beijing, Shanghai and Xi'An. I have already been to Beijing for professional reasons in the past, so I've already (barely) visited something (Forbidden City, Tian'an'men square).
How would you divide your time? Maybe 3 days in Beijing, 3 in Xi'An and 5-6 in Shanghai (also visiting Nanjing, etc.)? What's the best route in your opinion? First Beijing, then Xi'An and finally Shanghai? Or maybe it's better finishing it with Xi'An?
Thanks for your advice! :)
Aug. 26,2009 19:33 Mr.Zhang(China) replied:
China is too big for a foreigner to understand. So I sugget that you shoud spend 3 days separately in Beingjing and Xi'an, and then 1 day in Shanghai, and then the same length of time in Nanjing and Suzhou. Fianally, you'd better go to Chengdu and visit the Biggest Budder Statue for 3days.
Aug. 27,2009 01:38 Mr.Pont(Spain) replied:
Thank you, Mr. Zhang. I am sure I won't understand much of your big, beautiful country in just 2 weeks, but I really do plan to come again in the future and maybe spend 2 or 3 months in China.
As for now, I guess I will concentrate on these 3 cities, adding Nanjing and Suzhou, as they are close to Shanghai, where I'll have a free appartment for 5-6 days :)
Aug. 27,2009 19:51 Mr.Zhang(China) replied:
Mr.Pont,you're welcome. I'm not sure whether there are international air line from Xi'an to Europe. However,there are international ones in both Beijing and Shanghai. So it is more convenient to finish your Chinese trip in Shanghai.
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Aug. 24,2009 02:06
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Mr.Rehman(Pakistan) said:
Hello! I m Mr. Rehman Khalil from Pakistan. I m coming to XIAN in early September to learn Chinese language in Xain University. I wanna make some friends in xian before I come over there. Can u plz give me any idea?
Aug. 26,2009 05:00 Mr.Sam replied:
Usually, these universities have their own bbs. So, I think you could visit the university's official webiste to communicate with students there.
Which city would be better to teach english in Xian or wuhan? Which has the highest number of forigners?
Jun. 23,2009 03:00 Ms.Ruth(China) replied:
Xian boats many schools. There are a lot of foreigners there. Besides official schools, there are many private schools and laguage training schools. You can find a large number of students there. In my opinion, Xian would be better. This city once was a famous ancient capital of many dynasties. I bet you would love it deeply.
both Wuhan and Xi'an are very hot in summer, but Wuhan is much hotter. however in winter, there are intensive heat in Xi'an while not in Wuhan
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Jun. 14,2009 06:00
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Mrs.STREITZ(USA) said:
I am a Librarian & do a great deal of research prior to travel. Four of us from New Jersey, USA will be Xian during the 3rd week of October, 2009. I would like to know if it is possible to get a private behind the scenes tour of the Terra Cotta Warriors with an archeologist or other special guide and what might this cost? cstreitz@hotmail.com
Hi there are a lot of professional guide of Terror Cotta Army, who can speak English well. they might charge 100 yuan per hour. however, if you want a expert guide who is a archeologist, please turn to the Archeology Department of Northwest University, or the Shannxi History Museum. It is unknown how much the will charge.
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Aug. 22,2009 11:23
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Mrs.Paradise(US) said:
We are going to be at the CaiHong Hospital working in Sept. Are there sites close to see in the evenings. Local shopping or resturants you would recommend.
Aug. 22,2009 22:26 Mr.Hili(cn) replied:
Do you refer the caihong hospital in xianyang. If yes, you can have a stroll along the xianyang lake, which is very big and beautiful!
Aug. 23,2009 14:53 Mrs.Paradise(US) replied:
Is there local shopping in the evenings in the hospital area, and is it relatively safe to walk in the evenings?
Aug. 23,2009 20:44 Mr.jill(cn) replied:
Hi, there are a lot of shopping place, such as the supermarket nearby and the caihong shopping center. By the way, it is quite safe to walk in the evenings, but do not walk too late.
Hi, if you have a large build, it is OK to stay out as long as you can in the Evening. Otherwise, you'd better go where there are a lot of people and do not be alone.
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Aug. 20,2009 21:59
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Mr.Marc(Switzerland) said:
I will be in Xi'an for work from 20. September to Dezember. I would like to learn some Mandarin. I need private teacher beside working hours on evenings. about 2-3 times a week. Are there some recommendations? My native language is german.
In Xi'an, it is much easier to find someone who can speak English. If you can speak Eglish, it is better. however, if you can only speak Genmany, you'd better go to the Xi'an Foreign Language University for help.
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Aug. 13,2009 16:20
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Mr.willworth wellington(China) said:
Ni Hao,third leg of my adventure, is 3 days enough time to see terre-catta museum, Banpo Museum, Wild Goose Pagodas, Bell Towers and Great Mosque and other sites? What is a nice "off the Path" dinning or small garden where people "hang out" just to sit and relax? (sept is travel time).
Aug. 13,2009 21:28 Ms.Lily replied:
Yes, you could visit all of these places in 3 days. As for dining, please go to the Muslim Street for snacks at the back of the Drum Tower. For garden, you may go to these parks for free along the City Wall at night. Some locals will spend their night time there, singing and dancing.
Aug. 14,2009 16:09 Mr.willworth wellington(USA) replied:
Thank you many times.Books are showing Han City Wall and Drum Tower I'm excited!I can't wait! Wanting to visit Yellow Emperor, Mao Ling and Zhao Tombs of course the Wild Goose Pagodas and Bell Tower. You have given head start on sites,history and people. Now, poet Li Bai (Po) did he ever visit Chang'an (Xi'an)? Thank you again.
Aug. 17,2009 22:25 Mr.Qi replied:
Yes，Chang'an (Xian) was the capital city of Tang Dynasty, Li Bai is the famous poet of that time. He spend few years here for three times. Left necause of failure in passing through an official career.
Aug. 18,2009 15:09 Mr.willworth wellington(USA) replied:
Ni Hao, Thank you so much Mr. Qi, I'm looking ever-more forward to my visit wondering what I can find out about Du Fu and Li Bai as well as the "Eight Immortals" poets. My dreams are coming truth. To read is one view but to go to those places is so exciting. Thank you.
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Aug. 12,2009 04:51
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Mr.Darren Foo(Malaysia) said:
Hi ! I am planning to travel to Tianjin via Air Asia and take a bullet train to Beijing in June 09. While i am there in Tianjin, can you tell me what is nice to visit around in Tianjin before i take the train to Beijing? Also, from Beijing, i wish to explore Xian at least 3 days 2 nights to wonder all Xian sightseing. Can i know what time is the last train to Xian and how much it cost for the overnight train from Beijing to Xian? What time it will arrive in Xian? Also, what is the time frequentcy from Xian to travel back to Beijing? Also, can i know what is the weather expected to be in June?
Aug. 13,2009 21:25 Mr.Mike replied:
Hi Sir, you could search the train infor between Beijing and Xi'an in detail at http://www.travelchinaguide.com/china-trains/
As for travel in Tianjin, I think one day is enough to see this city around. Well, please go to the Ancient Culture Street. See more here: http://www.travelchinaguide.com/attraction/tianjin/
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Aug. 7,2009 04:35
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Mrs.Michelle(Australia) said:
I will be catching overnight train from Beijing to Xian and plan to spend 1 night in Xian. The next day I wish to travel to Hong Kong. What is the best way to get to Hong Kong? Can I catch train? I don't need to arrive in HK until the following day at latest, so time is not a problem. If no train, then what airlines fly from Xian to HK? Thank you
Aug. 9,2009 20:52 Mr.Wang replied:
No, direct train from Xian to Hong Kong. It is possible if you departing from Beijing, or you should get to Zhengzhou, Wuchang (in Wuhan), Changsha or Guangzhou first, then shift to trains to Hong Kong. The easiest way from Xian to Hong Kong is traveling by air. There are direct flights: MU203 by China Eastern Airlines 14:50-17:40; CX6885 by Cathay Pacific Airways 19:45-22:40
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Aug. 5,2009 12:34
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Ms.Elen(Finland) said:
I spend two weeks in Shanghai at this summer and I am already planning a new trip to China, this time to Beijing and Xian. I am flying to Beijing or Shanghai. What is the best way to travel to Xian? From Shanghai or from Beijing? By airline or by train? I don't speak chinese and I will travel by myself. Thank You!
Aug. 6,2009 23:14 Mr.katheline(Philippines) replied:
If your time is sufficient, I'd suggest you take trains. From beijing to xian is a 11 hours overnight train journey, and about 15 hours from if from shanghai.
Aug. 7,2009 00:07 Ms.Zhao(China) replied:
Beijing is nearer to Xi'an ,but since the air fee is not expensive nowadays , it is better for u to come by airline ,since you don't speak Chinese .
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Aug. 2,2009 06:54
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Mrs.Junck(Malaysia) said:
Hi there - My husband & I are planning on a trip to China around 17-Sep-09. From my little bit research, I gathered that I should be taking a train from Hong Kong to Guangzhou and then to Xian (without spending overnight in Guangzhou). Then, we would be spending 3 nights in Xian before taking a train to Beijing. I have a few questions - How much does it cost to get a local tour guide in Xian and Beijing (for our Great Wall of China trip)? We do not speak Mandarin or Cantonese - are tour guides advisable then? I have been to Beijing several times before but my friend was living there, so I never had to travel on my own in the city.
Aug. 4,2009 04:07 Mr.lina(cn) replied:
Actually the cost of hiring a local tour guide is high. You can follow a tour. A good travel agecy can offer you experienced guide who will make your trip much more easier.
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Travelers' Voices on Xian (122)
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Sep. 12,2009 17:33 Reply
Ms.KATTYMCB(United States) said:
Traveling from Beijing to Xian, doyou have to fly? Are there any trains? We will be traveling with a 5 year old.
Thanks
Sep. 13,2009 01:02
Ms.ANDY2008 replied:
Of course, there are several sleeping trains from Beijing to Xi'an. Child is also OK to take a train. So, please, consult your hotel in Bejing about that and they will help you to book train tickets. If you are going to Xi'an from Beijing air port directly, I suggest you to go to Xi'an by air.
Sep. 13,2009 01:28
Mr.tina(cn) replied:
Hi, there are both train and flight to xian. The train to xian starts from beijing west railway station. It will take about 11 hour by taking the fastest train. The cost is about 400 yuan for a soft sleeper.
If you want to travel by plane, it only needs two or three hours. If you book the ticket early from the travel agency, you can get a big discount. the price is about 500 yuan if your book one month earlier.
I think you'd better take a plane and book the tickets in advance, which is faster and more comfortable.
Oct. 11,2009 21:43
Mr.Paul(New Zealand) replied:
Hi, we travelled from Beijing to Xian by train when we were in China earlier this year with our 3 year old son....highly recommend the train trip as it is overnight, so you dont lose any sightseeing time. Fares for children go by height, so if your 5 year old is under 1.4m (I think) and can share a berth with one of his/her parents, he/she will travel for free. Trains leaves Beijing approx 8:00pm and arrives Xian at about 7:30 to 8:00am. Hope this is some help to you.
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Oct. 9,2009 03:14 Reply
Ms.Siti(Malaysia) said:
Hai.. I intend to go for a holiday to Xian. Just curious, is't easy to find HALAL food there?? Which area do Muslim people stay most??
Oct. 10,2009 01:13
Mr.ANDY2008(China) replied:
As many Muslims live in Xi'an, it is not difficult to find a Muslim restaurant. The most famous Muslim street is just located in the nortth of the Drum Tower and there are a lot of such restaurants.
Oct. 11,2009 00:27
Mr. murphy(ireland) replied:
i'm going to state the obvious here. how about the muslim quarter in xi'an
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Oct. 6,2009 14:16 Reply
Mr.JASB(Mauritius) said:
hi am jasb from mauritius i would like to go to xi'an for business purpose can you let me know where i have to go to reach there (e.g Shanghai, guangzhou etc) and which bus, train or taxi to go to shaanxi haihang import & export co.ltd (1# 1-10,mingyuanxinju, No.10 keji road xi'an, china)
Oct. 6,2009 20:57
Mr.Qi replied:
Shanghai and GUangzhou are both okay. Shanghai is nearer. Suggest you take the airport bus to Tangcheng Hotel and then take a taxi to the place. The taxi fare will a bit more then 10RMB. Showing address to the driver: 科技路10号华奥大厦A座1101
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Oct. 2,2009 00:03 Reply
Ms.Monica(Australia) said:
Hi, I'll be going with a couple of friends to China in December. We don't want to go with a tour group so we're trying to organise everything ourselves. Will this be a problem? I heard that there is a lot of unrest in some urban centres and in parts of China. We're also planning to visit Xian but don't know if we should be avoiding the islamic quarter, which would be a shame since we've heard so much good about it. Could someone please reply and let me know what we should look out for? Thanks!
Oct. 2,2009 19:40
Mr.ANDY2008(China) replied:
Hi, Ms.Monica,
There are many foreign tourists who are DIY- travelling in China. Many Chinese can speak a little English, so you would find it not difficult to communicate with the locals. However, I still suggest you to hire a local guide, which would make your tour in China more comfortable.
There were surely riots in Urumchi in July 2009 and Tibet in March 2008. However, it is very peaceful in other area in China. Xi'an, Beijing, Shanghai are all very safe places to visit.
Islamic people in Xi'an are very friendly, but you should remember that you must not eat or talk about pork when they are present. So it is very safe to visit the Islamic quarter and the Islamic quarter is a popular tourism attraction for foreign tourists. In June 2009, two friends form England and I had a supper there.
I suggest you visit the City Wall, the Bell Tower, the Shannxi History Museum and the Wild Goose Pagoda. If you need a local guide, please contact me by email(tingqian0@163.com)
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Oct. 2,2009 06:02 Reply
Mr.Barley(UK) said:
Xi'an used to be a great place to visit. But now unfortunately the people have turned it into a commercial hypermarket. The service level is terrible;taxi drivers rude and greedy; everywhere is commercialised and the people treat tourists as goldmines.
Beware when you come here. Sorry to say this but it is the truth.
Even the travel agents charges high sums but unable to match the service level associated with the premium that you pay.
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Sep. 3,2009 22:04 Reply
Mr.Duff(USA) said:
My wife and I are travelling to China as a part of an investment tour in the middle of September. We will be staying in Beijing at the beginning of our trip and want to come to Xi'an for one night and a day. What would anyone suggest in terms of a nice hotel and the best sights that could be seen during a one day trip?
Thank you, Dennis
Sep. 4,2009 03:49
Mr.Shan replied:
The best location hotel should be Bell Tower Hotel which is located at the city-center and you could see the nightview of Xi'an well. But, since close to street, a bit noisy at night. See comments at http://www.travelchinaguide.com/hotel/bell-tower-hotel-xian.htm
For another choice is the 5-star Hyatt Hotel (very comfortable) which is located on the prosperous East Street, and just 10~15 minutes to the city center on foot. See comments at http://www.travelchinaguide.com/hotel/hyatt-regency-xian-hotel.htm
For one-day tour, of course go to see the Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses. If time left, please go to Shaanxi History Museum and then the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, both of which are located very close to each other.
Sep. 10,2009 10:44
Mr.Ayers(USA) replied:
I stayed at the Sofitel Hotel on Remin Square when I was in Xi'an June 2009. 5-star hotel, a little more expensive especially the restaurants in hotel. Highly recommend hotel for comfort and location. I suggest you try to visit Muslim Street area for local cultural flavor and great food. If you only have 1 day, I think your time would be best used staying within the city wall. Plenty to see without having to rush to more remote locations. Have fun. I will be back in Xi'an end of Sept beginning of Oct for Chinese National Holiday.
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Aug. 31,2009 04:53 Reply
Ms.retiree said:
Hi
This is a great website for travellers who need some info on parts of China. A group of us retirees are going to Chengdu & Xian in last week of November. We are from Malaysia. Will it be too cold? How much is the train fare from Chengdu To Xian? How can we make advance ticket booking. Thank you.
Sep. 1,2009 02:02
Mr.Zhang(China) replied:
Although it is a rainy season in September in Xi'an, it only rains about for 10 days in this month. The average temperature ranges from 16 to 25 centigrade in Sep. So you need not worry about that. You will spend about 150 yuan for a spleep train ticket. I don't know how to book tickets in advance, so you may buy it in the train station.
Sep. 3,2009 03:47
Mr.Hank replied:
Yes, the weather will be cold at the end of Nov, but not the coldest time. If possible, I think you should take a down jacket, warm sweater, jeans and shoes. Except of the attractions outdoors, most of the restaurants, hotels and shopping plaza have good heating system, so please take it easy!
Teh train infor could be searced at http://www.travelchinaguide.com/china-trains/ Nov is not the tourism peak season in China, so you could purchase the train ticket from the railway station 3 days in advance. But, for ensure you could get one, you'd better ask for help from your hotel or a travel agency~
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Sep. 1,2009 04:42 Reply
Mr.Autumnal wind said:
China Southern Airlines will resume Urumqi-Dunhuang-Xian flight service from September 1. It is a daily round-trip flight service. The flights take off from Urumqi at 08: 15, stop over at Duhuang airport at 09:25 for 50 minutes, then arrive at the Xian Xianyang International Airport at 12:35. The return flights depart from Xian at 13:25, and land at Urumqi Airport at 17:45.
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Aug. 7,2009 20:02 Reply
Mr.g. Lauer(USA) said:
I will be in Hong Kong during January, 2001, then must get to Beijing early February. I can make connecting air flights in Xian only to SEE Terracotta Warriers. If so I will need someone to meet me, take me to see, that's SEE,them and return to the airport for my connecting flight. It is the only way I know to "see" the site before reurning to India on business. I do NOT want a detailed long-winded tour. I do not want to get involved in too many details. In and out, so to speak. Thank you.
Aug. 27,2009 20:07
Ms.ANDY2008 replied:
Mr.g.Laucer, you will arrive in Xi'an during January,2010, won't you? You can take a taxi from Xi'an airport to the Terra Cotta directly. It's OK just pay the taxi driver 300 yuan for a single trip and the same amount of money when you come back to the airport. This may be the best and fatest way.
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Aug. 26,2009 03:38 Reply
Mr.Pont(Spain) said:
Dear friends,
Having read your excellent advice, I'd like to ask you how you'd proceed in my situation. I will be in China from October 13 to October 25, and I want to visit Beijing, Shanghai and Xi'An. I have already been to Beijing for professional reasons in the past, so I've already (barely) visited something (Forbidden City, Tian'an'men square).
How would you divide your time? Maybe 3 days in Beijing, 3 in Xi'An and 5-6 in Shanghai (also visiting Nanjing, etc.)? What's the best route in your opinion? First Beijing, then Xi'An and finally Shanghai? Or maybe it's better finishing it with Xi'An?
Thanks for your advice! :)
Aug. 26,2009 19:33
Mr.Zhang(China) replied:
China is too big for a foreigner to understand. So I sugget that you shoud spend 3 days separately in Beingjing and Xi'an, and then 1 day in Shanghai, and then the same length of time in Nanjing and Suzhou. Fianally, you'd better go to Chengdu and visit the Biggest Budder Statue for 3days.
Aug. 27,2009 01:38
Mr.Pont(Spain) replied:
Thank you, Mr. Zhang. I am sure I won't understand much of your big, beautiful country in just 2 weeks, but I really do plan to come again in the future and maybe spend 2 or 3 months in China.
As for now, I guess I will concentrate on these 3 cities, adding Nanjing and Suzhou, as they are close to Shanghai, where I'll have a free appartment for 5-6 days :)
Aug. 27,2009 19:51
Mr.Zhang(China) replied:
Mr.Pont,you're welcome. I'm not sure whether there are international air line from Xi'an to Europe. However,there are international ones in both Beijing and Shanghai. So it is more convenient to finish your Chinese trip in Shanghai.
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Aug. 24,2009 02:06 Reply
Mr.Rehman(Pakistan) said:
Hello!
I m Mr. Rehman Khalil from Pakistan. I m coming to XIAN in early September to learn Chinese language in Xain University. I wanna make some friends in xian before I come over there. Can u plz give me any idea?
Aug. 26,2009 05:00
Mr.Sam replied:
Usually, these universities have their own bbs. So, I think you could visit the university's official webiste to communicate with students there.
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Jun. 22,2009 05:02 Reply
Mr.JOHN_E(United Kingdom) said:
Which city would be better to teach english in Xian or wuhan? Which has the highest number of forigners?
Jun. 23,2009 03:00
Ms.Ruth(China) replied:
Xian boats many schools. There are a lot of foreigners there. Besides official schools, there are many private schools and laguage training schools. You can find a large number of students there. In my opinion, Xian would be better. This city once was a famous ancient capital of many dynasties. I bet you would love it deeply.
Aug. 25,2009 21:33
Ms.ANDY2008 replied:
both Wuhan and Xi'an are very hot in summer, but Wuhan is much hotter. however in winter, there are intensive heat in Xi'an while not in Wuhan
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Jun. 14,2009 06:00 Reply
Mrs.STREITZ(USA) said:
I am a Librarian & do a great deal of research prior to travel. Four of us from New Jersey, USA will be Xian during the 3rd week of October, 2009. I would like to know if it is possible to get a private behind the scenes tour of the Terra Cotta Warriors with an archeologist or other special guide and what might this cost?
cstreitz@hotmail.com
Aug. 25,2009 20:00
Ms.ANDY2008 replied:
Hi there are a lot of professional guide of Terror Cotta Army, who can speak English well. they might charge 100 yuan per hour. however, if you want a expert guide who is a archeologist, please turn to the Archeology Department of Northwest University, or the Shannxi History Museum. It is unknown how much the will charge.
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Aug. 22,2009 11:23 Reply
Mrs.Paradise(US) said:
We are going to be at the CaiHong Hospital working in Sept. Are there sites close to see in the evenings. Local shopping or resturants you would recommend.
Aug. 22,2009 22:26
Mr.Hili(cn) replied:
Do you refer the caihong hospital in xianyang. If yes, you can have a stroll along the xianyang lake, which is very big and beautiful!
Aug. 23,2009 14:53
Mrs.Paradise(US) replied:
Is there local shopping in the evenings in the hospital area, and is it relatively safe to walk in the evenings?
Aug. 23,2009 20:44
Mr.jill(cn) replied:
Hi, there are a lot of shopping place, such as the supermarket nearby and the caihong shopping center. By the way, it is quite safe to walk in the evenings, but do not walk too late.
Aug. 25,2009 19:50
Ms.ANDY2008 replied:
Hi, if you have a large build, it is OK to stay out as long as you can in the Evening. Otherwise, you'd better go where there are a lot of people and do not be alone.
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Aug. 20,2009 21:59 Reply
Mr.Marc(Switzerland) said:
I will be in Xi'an for work from 20. September to Dezember. I would like to learn some Mandarin. I need private teacher beside working hours on evenings. about 2-3 times a week. Are there some recommendations? My native language is german.
Aug. 25,2009 19:47
Ms.ANDY2008 replied:
In Xi'an, it is much easier to find someone who can speak English. If you can speak Eglish, it is better. however, if you can only speak Genmany, you'd better go to the Xi'an Foreign Language University for help.
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Aug. 13,2009 16:20 Reply
Mr.willworth wellington(China) said:
Ni Hao,third leg of my adventure, is 3 days enough time to see terre-catta museum, Banpo Museum, Wild Goose Pagodas, Bell Towers and Great Mosque and other sites? What is a nice "off the Path" dinning or small garden where people "hang out" just to sit and relax? (sept is travel time).
Aug. 13,2009 21:28
Ms.Lily replied:
Yes, you could visit all of these places in 3 days. As for dining, please go to the Muslim Street for snacks at the back of the Drum Tower. For garden, you may go to these parks for free along the City Wall at night. Some locals will spend their night time there, singing and dancing.
Aug. 14,2009 16:09
Mr.willworth wellington(USA) replied:
Thank you many times.Books are showing Han City Wall and Drum Tower I'm excited!I can't wait! Wanting to visit Yellow Emperor, Mao Ling and Zhao Tombs of course the Wild Goose Pagodas and Bell Tower. You have given head start on sites,history and people. Now, poet Li Bai (Po) did he ever visit Chang'an (Xi'an)? Thank you again.
Aug. 17,2009 22:25
Mr.Qi replied:
Yes，Chang'an (Xian) was the capital city of Tang Dynasty, Li Bai is the famous poet of that time. He spend few years here for three times. Left necause of failure in passing through an official career.
Aug. 18,2009 15:09
Mr.willworth wellington(USA) replied:
Ni Hao, Thank you so much Mr. Qi, I'm looking ever-more forward to my visit wondering what I can find out about Du Fu and Li Bai as well as the "Eight Immortals" poets. My dreams are coming truth. To read is one view but to go to those places is so exciting. Thank you.
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Aug. 12,2009 04:51 Reply
Mr.Darren Foo(Malaysia) said:
Hi !
I am planning to travel to Tianjin via Air Asia and take a bullet train to Beijing in June 09.
While i am there in Tianjin, can you tell me what is nice to visit around in Tianjin before i take the train to Beijing? Also, from Beijing, i wish to explore Xian at least 3 days 2 nights to wonder all Xian sightseing. Can i know what time is the last train to Xian and how much it cost for the overnight train from Beijing to Xian? What time it will arrive in Xian? Also, what is the time frequentcy from Xian to travel back to Beijing?
Also, can i know what is the weather expected to be in June?
Aug. 13,2009 21:25
Mr.Mike replied:
Hi Sir, you could search the train infor between Beijing and Xi'an in detail at http://www.travelchinaguide.com/china-trains/
As for travel in Tianjin, I think one day is enough to see this city around. Well, please go to the Ancient Culture Street. See more here: http://www.travelchinaguide.com/attraction/tianjin/
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Aug. 7,2009 04:35 Reply
Mrs.Michelle(Australia) said:
I will be catching overnight train from Beijing to Xian and plan to spend 1 night in Xian. The next day I wish to travel to Hong Kong. What is the best way to get to Hong Kong? Can I catch train? I don't need to arrive in HK until the following day at latest, so time is not a problem. If no train, then what airlines fly from Xian to HK?
Thank you
Aug. 9,2009 20:52
Mr.Wang replied:
No, direct train from Xian to Hong Kong. It is possible if you departing from Beijing, or you should get to Zhengzhou, Wuchang (in Wuhan), Changsha or Guangzhou first, then shift to trains to Hong Kong. The easiest way from Xian to Hong Kong is traveling by air. There are direct flights: MU203 by China Eastern Airlines 14:50-17:40; CX6885 by Cathay Pacific Airways 19:45-22:40
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Aug. 5,2009 12:34 Reply
Ms.Elen(Finland) said:
I spend two weeks in Shanghai at this summer and I am already planning a new trip to China, this time to Beijing and Xian. I am flying to Beijing or Shanghai. What is the best way to travel to Xian? From Shanghai or from Beijing? By airline or by train? I don't speak chinese and I will travel by myself. Thank You!
Aug. 6,2009 23:14
Mr.katheline(Philippines) replied:
If your time is sufficient, I'd suggest you take trains. From beijing to xian is a 11 hours overnight train journey, and about 15 hours from if from shanghai.
Aug. 7,2009 00:07
Ms.Zhao(China) replied:
Beijing is nearer to Xi'an ,but since the air fee is not expensive nowadays , it is better for u to come by airline ,since you don't speak Chinese .
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Aug. 2,2009 06:54 Reply
Mrs.Junck(Malaysia) said:
Hi there - My husband & I are planning on a trip to China around 17-Sep-09. From my little bit research, I gathered that I should be taking a train from Hong Kong to Guangzhou and then to Xian (without spending overnight in Guangzhou). Then, we would be spending 3 nights in Xian before taking a train to Beijing. I have a few questions - How much does it cost to get a local tour guide in Xian and Beijing (for our Great Wall of China trip)? We do not speak Mandarin or Cantonese - are tour guides advisable then? I have been to Beijing several times before but my friend was living there, so I never had to travel on my own in the city.
Aug. 4,2009 04:07
Mr.lina(cn) replied:
Actually the cost of hiring a local tour guide is high. You can follow a tour. A good travel agecy can offer you experienced guide who will make your trip much more easier.