Mausoleum of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, Xian

The picturesque Huaqing Hot Spring is situated 30 kilometers (18.6 miles) east of Xi'an. Travelers could take bus No 306 or You 5 (Tour 5) from the Xi'an railway station. It takes about one hour to reach the Huaqing Hot Spring at CNY4.00 net for a bus ticket. The Huaqing Hot Spring is also called Huaqing Palace, which is one of the most famous royal gardens in China's history. The yearly average temperature is 13 °C, and the best time to visit is in spring and autumn (Admission fee: CNY40.00 net per person. Contact no. of tourist service: 029-8381 2051).

The Lintong Museum with an area of 6000 square meters is located 50 meters from the north gate of the palace. It consists of one stele gallery and three art chambers of the Zhou and Ch'in Dynasties, Buddhism in the Tang Dynasty and in the Han and Tang Dynasties separately (Admission fee: CNY15.00 net per person. Contact no. of tourist service: 029-8381 2071/8382 3920).

Huaqing Hot Springs, Xian

The renowned Mt. Lishan, near the palace and museum, can be accessed by walking for less than 10 minutes. The mountain with a height of 1300 meters is covered with pines and cypress and resembles a horse from a distance; it is beautiful and amazing. It is one of the branches of the Qinling Mountains (Admission fee: CNY45.00 net per person; Cable car ticket: CNY20.00 net per person for one way). Travelers should stay late on the mountain to enjoy the evening sun over it, one of the eight famous scenic spots in Guanzhong Plain, in addition to God's hand of Mount Hua, the morning bell of the Small Wild Goose Pagoda , the ancient ferry at Xian Yang City, the drifting snow-like catkin around Ba Bridge, the mist of Thatched cottage Temple, the flowing wilderness of Qu Jiang Pool and the eternal snow of Tai Bai mountain.

After a full day's tour, check in at a local hotel. Here we would like to recommend Lintong Hotel (3 star; No. 83 Dongguan Street, Lintong; Tel: 029-83829002).

On the next morning, visit Emperor Ch'in Shihuang's Mausoleum, which is one of the well-preserved and majestic mausoleums in China's history. It is located 5 kilometers east of the county. With an area of 56.25 square kilometers, the majestic mausoleum is a complex construction following the structure of Xianyang City, the capital of Qin Dynasty. The various pottery statues, war houses, the chariots and the weapons are considered as realistic masterpieces and play significant roles in the history and archeology. (Admission fee: CNY26.00 net per person). Then drive to visit the World Eighth Wonder, the Terra-Cotta Warriors and Horses Museum. There are four sections that are popular for public including pit one, pit two, pit three and the comprehensive exhibition hall. Besides, enjoy the circular-screen movie that shows the history of the mausoleum will be interesting and attractive. (Admission fee: CNY110.00 net per person; Contact no. of tourist service: 029-81399001)

Transfer back to Xi'an city in the afternoon. The return bus No 306 or You 5 (Tour 5) can be easily found at the exit of the scenic spot.