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XI'AN - THE CITY OUT OF TIME Asian culture with its ancient traditions and values ??is a genuine concern for millions of people around the world. One of the cities of the Republic of China, which managed to preserve its numerous historical and cultural values, is Xian. The Bell Tower of Xian among tourists - one of the most popular cities in China. Genuine interest are located here are numerous ancient monuments and shrines. In fact, no other Chinese cities failed to the same extent as Xi'an, preserve its historical monuments and ancient traditions. Xian is located in the central part of China and is the main administrative center of Shaanxi Province. He is also the largest city in this part of the country. Its population is about three million people. The city's area is 826 square meters. km. Xi'an holds an important place in Chinese history. This city was the capital of the country during the reign of nine dynasties. Under different names Xian was the principal city of the most famous Asian dynasties such as Zhou, Qin, Han, Sui and Tang. Terracotta Army history of the city has more than 3,100 years. Prior to the Ming Dynasty, he was known as Chang'an, which literally translates as "Peaceful times for all." The very name of Xian is translated as "Western world", here the word "peace" means "no war". The strategic position of the city for many hundreds of years allowed him to remain an important trading hub of the Silk Road, since this city was the terminus of this historic route. Xian is also famous for the fact that here during the reign of the Qing Dynasty was founded the famous terracotta army. Park of the Tang Dynasty City ranked first in China, the number of historical and cultural monuments. Xian - the most visited cities in the country. One of the most striking sights is Xian's Bell Tower, the Neolithic village BANGO, the Mausoleum of Emperor Qin Shih Huang Ti, First Emperor of Qin Dynasty, who is considered one of the wonders of the world. Also worth a visit Wild Goose Pagoda and the hot springs Huatsinchi, which are about 25 km north-west of the city. Here was the former winter residence of the emperors, so that these beautiful places have witnessed important historical events. See also other materials about the cultural values ??of ancient China: Heart of the Celestial Empire biggest protective structure in the world of Burial clay army Thousand steps Huashan study of photographic art in China