There is a tide,
It’s called “Xi’an Year·The Most Chinese”!
The picture shows the bright lights of Yongning Gate in Xi'an. Photo by Zhang Yuan
"After the snow in Chang'an, it seems like spring is returning, and the accumulated elements condense and the dawn shines."
Visit places of interest,
Enjoy delicious snacks,
Appreciate folk customs,
Traditional culture, Silk Road elements, modern fashion
Combined with the Xi'an Year,
It can meet all your expectations for the Chinese New Year.
The picture shows the lanterns in the city wall scenic area. Photo by Zhang Yuan
Wear Hanfu
Climb the city wall
Flower viewing lantern
Spring Festival in Xi’an,
Always antique.
Put on Hanfu,
It perfectly complements the taste of the year here.
The picture shows tourists experiencing and visiting the "Twelve Hours of Chang'an" immersive Tang-style street life district. Photo by Teng Han
Comb up your temples and decorate them with flowers,
Walking through the streets and alleys decorated with lights and colorful decorations,
Let people dream back to the Tang Dynasty.
The picture shows people dressed in ancient costumes experiencing the charm of the Han and Tang Dynasties. Photo by Zhang Yichen
One city, one wall, one lantern festival,
We meet each other year after year.
Xi'an City Wall New Year Lantern Festival was held for the first time in 1984.
It has been nearly forty years,
This year’s lantern festival
With the theme of "Lights Warming Chang'an and Dragon Kicking off the Chinese Year",
Nearly 20 sets of lanterns with distinctive characteristics for the Year of the Dragon,
Dress up the ancient city of Xi'an.
The picture shows the night view of Yongning Gate in Xi'an. Photo by Zhang Yuan
In addition to the City Wall Lantern Festival,
At Yongning Gate,
You can also enjoy the unique "welcome gift".
Through the perfect reproduction of the etiquette of the Tang Dynasty,
Expressing high respect to the distinguished guests coming from afar.
The picture shows Yongning Gate at night. Photo by Sheng Jiapeng
After visiting the city wall,
Stand under the city walls and listen to the sounds of the city.
Heroic and vicissitudes of life,
Qin Opera during the day,
"Singing at the top of your lungs."
The picture shows people singing in front of Yongning Gate. Photo by Zhang Yuan
At night, young people gather under the city wall,
Singing "Later",
Singing "Life",
Singing "The Song of Xi'an People",
Loud singing voice,
Let the ancient city be free and unrestrained.
The picture shows tourists wearing Hanfu taking photos in front of the bell tower. Photo by Zhang Yuan
Climb the Bell and Drum Towers, Xi’an’s landmark building.
The night view of Chang'an is unobstructed.
Muslim Street under the Bell and Drum Tower,
It is a must-go check-in place for tourists.
The picture shows actors from the Yisu Club instructing international students to learn the movements and singing of Qin Opera. Photo by Zhang Yichen
Tired of walking around?
Just next to the Bolshoi Theater and the Royal Theater
Yisu Society, also known as the world's three oldest drama societies,
Enjoy the carefully arranged New Year's program.
And Yisushe Cultural District,
Has become a story about time
and recreate old memories.
Continuously innovate in development and inheritance,
The alternation of old and new shows the "butterfly transformation" of the city.
The picture shows a still from the Qin Opera "Flame Pony" performance. Photo by Su Baoping
Wear Hanfu and jacquard lanterns and step into the city that never sleeps in the Tang Dynasty!
The lights are bright and the garden is filled with fireworks,
Hanfu with fluttering clothes
It complements the antique architecture.
The beautiful charm of Hanfu can be seen everywhere.
Looking up, everyone looks like "comrades".
It's like traveling through thousands of years.
The picture shows tourists taking photos in the Big Wild Goose Pagoda Scenic Area. Photo by Zhang Yuan
In the "Poetry Street",
The tree-lined road is shadowy, and brilliant lights are dotted on the treetops.
The fiery trees and silver flowers are like a continuous weave, and the road is like a molten golden river.
It's like having a conversation with the ancients.
The picture shows tourists visiting the "Poetic Street" on the pedestrian street of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda Scenic Area in Xi'an. Photo by Li Yifan
Branch venue of the 2024 CCTV Spring Festival Gala,
One of them is in the Evernight City of the Tang Dynasty.
The picture shows tourists wearing Hanfu taking photos in front of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Photo by Zhang Yuan
Climb the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and overlook the city of Xi'an.
Demonstrating the humanistic charm of integrating ancient and modern times,
It is after history has been imprinted with time,
It also highlights the youthful style of the times.
The picture shows the scene of "Dream of Chang'an - Welcome Ceremony of the Tang Dynasty". Photo by Zhang Yuan
To quote a line from the TV series "The Twelve Hours of Chang'an",
"Busty and prosperous, shining for thousands of years,
There is no greater city than Chang'an. "
The picture shows a crowd of tourists in the Tang Dynasty Evernight City in Xi'an. Photo by Zhang Yuan
Go to the market,
Citywalk for Xi’an people
The fireworks in the world are the most soothing to mortal hearts.
If you want to know more about a place,
In addition to checking in attractions and walking around the streets,
Don’t miss the local market.
The picture shows the aroma of sausages on the streets of Xi'an in winter. Photo by Zhang Yuan
There you can see the living conditions of local people,
Especially during the Spring Festival,
You can feel the strong smell of New Year fireworks!
The picture shows merchants serving steamer cakes to customers at the Xiaonanmen morning market in Xi'an. Photo by Cui Nan
In the early morning, what wakes up Xi'an is the Xiaonanmen Morning Market.
tempting delicacies,
Lively hawking,
Full of fireworks!
The picture shows the sweet-scented osmanthus cake, a street snack in Xi’an. Source: Visual China
Buy a bowl of oil tea and brew a few twists.
Another piece of soft, glutinous and sweet steamed cake,
Take a crispy beef patty with you when you leave.
"Hey!"
The picture shows the mellow and loud sound of the grasshopper attracting citizens to stop and watch. Photo by Jin Xin
In the morning, if it falls on Thursday or Sunday,
Be sure to visit the bustling century-old Xicang Market.
There is an old saying in Xi'an:
“If you haven’t been to Xicang, you haven’t been to Xi’an.”
It was a government granary during the Ming and Qing Dynasties and was called Yongfengcang.
It is now the most famous flower, bird, fish and insect market in Xi’an.
It’s especially lively during the Spring Festival!
The picture shows people on the streets of Xi'an choosing New Year's goods. Photo by Zhang Yuan
Jia Pingwa in "Abandoned Capital"
This is how the scene at Xicang Market opens:
“It was a huge private trading market.
The main livelihood is domesticated animals, rare birds, flowers, birds, fish and insects.
It also includes utensils, feed accessories, etc.
Men, women, young and old, and idlers rushing to the market flocked to the place like ducks.
Shoulder bag cradle, household limit is to wear,
The venue, which is several hundred meters long, was filled with people and hustle and bustle.
What a lively and prosperous place. "
The picture shows people going to bars and restaurants under the city wall. Photo by Zhang Yuan
On nights during the Spring Festival,
Bars and night markets are essential.
In the bar under the city wall, friends exchange drinks with each other.
Feel the nightlife of Xi'an people through folk songs.
The picture shows people singing in the city gate cave. Photo by Zhang Yuan
If you can't bear the power of wine,
Can be found at Yongxingfang, Huimin Street, Dongxin Street, etc.
Find a stall,
Cold-skinned pork buns, barbecued pork ribs,
Don’t forget to grab a bottle of local Bingfeng soda.
The picture shows the giant panda Qizai. Source: Visual China
During the Chinese New Year, you can also walk your baby in Xi’an!
Various small animals in Qinling Wildlife Park
I also want to celebrate the New Year happily,
Exotic singing and dancing, superb acrobatics, and handsome equestrian skills,
Wonderful performances such as Paw Paw Team, Clown Show, Magic Show, etc.
It will surely make parents happy too.
The picture shows Emperor Ming of the Tang Dynasty dancing with Concubine Yang in "Song of Everlasting Sorrow". Photo by Zhang Yuan
If you have enough time, be sure to check out the show.
Watch "Song of Everlasting Sorrow" and feel the eternal song by the Huaqing Pool.
Watch "Dream of Chang'an" to recreate the welcome ceremony of the prosperous Tang Dynasty.
Watch "Legend of the Camel Bell" to experience the exciting adventure of the ancient Silk Road,
Watch the musical "Sounds of the Silk Road" to appreciate the style of the Silk Road through time travel.
The picture shows a still from the performance of "Sounds of the Silk Road". Photo by Chen Jia
Cultural tourism and performing arts enrich travel options,
It also provides a vivid explanation of Xi'an's history and culture.
The picture shows the night view of Daming Palace National Heritage Park in Xi'an. Photo by Zhang Yuan
visit the museum,
"A must-have" for foreign tourists
Rich history,
Created Xi'an's unique cultural characteristics,
and countless cultural relics and monuments.
The picture shows the Dugu letter seal of Shaanxi History Museum. Photo by Zhang Yuan
Feeling the New Year in the museum is a unique experience.
At the Qin Shi Huang Mausoleum Museum,
Shocked by the majesty of the Terracotta Army.
The picture shows the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Pit No. 1. Photo by Zhang Yuan
At the Shaanxi History Museum,
Travel through the long river of civilization that spans thousands of years.
At the Shaanxi Archaeological Museum,
Look back at ancient society through historical fragments.
The picture shows the Qin and Han Hall of Shaanxi History Museum. Photo by Zhang Yuan
In Huaqing Palace,
Feel the beautiful love between Tang Minghuang and Yang Guifei,
Watch the lantern show,
By the way, take a dip in the hot springs at the foot of Lishan Mountain.
"The cold spring brings bathing in Huaqing Pool, and the hot spring water washes away the fat."
Unlock the exclusive ritual of the New Year,
Enjoy the joy of health.
The picture shows the large lantern group of the Tang Palace in the Huaqing Palace Scenic Area in Xi'an. Photo by Zhang Yuan
Too troublesome?
Then take a ride on Xi’an’s “museum-themed sightseeing bus”.
"Immersive mobile check-in" at major landmark museums in the ancient city.
The picture shows Hanfu enthusiasts who came to participate in the launch ceremony of the new car with the theme of the Year of the Dragon. Photo by Zhao Ruijingyi
The sightseeing bus will take you to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Shaanxi History Museum,
Xi'an Museum, Hanguangmen Site Museum,
Xi'an Forest of Steles Museum,
The Bell and Drum Towers are six Xi'an landmarks connected in series.
Enjoy the cultural charm of the ancient capital in one day.
The picture shows tourists wearing Hanfu taking photos in the Big Wild Goose Pagoda Scenic Area. Photo by Zhang Yuan
Tasting delicious food, "Easy" Xi'an
New Year in Xi’an,
It’s also the year of good food.
The picture shows the Huimin Street in Xi'an being crowded with people. Photo by Zhang Yuan
Every Spring Festival,
Huimin Street, Yongxingfang,
Xiyang City, Sajin Bridge and other places are particularly lively.
No matter day or night,
There's always a "great secret" to awaken your taste buds.
The picture shows Shaanxi delicacy Qinzhen rice noodles. Source: Visual China
Roujiamo with cold skin,
Next up is Ping Bing Feng’s classic “San Qin Set Meal”;
Eat mutton dip,
Be patient,
Only the bread you break yourself tastes good;
Pour hot oil on Biangbiang noodles,
"Eh", my mouth is full of oil.
The picture shows Xi'an snack Roujiamo. Photo by Li Yifan
The sour soup dumplings are big and full of fillings.
A mouthful of dumplings and a mouthful of soup are sour and satisfying;
The buckwheat noodle soup is rich and delicious.
Take a sip of hot soup and feel refreshed;
The gourd head is served with candied garlic and spicy sauce.
Fresh, smooth and tender, fat but not greasy;
Thousand-layer puff pastry is golden in color, crisp but not broken,
Oily but not greasy, crispy and delicious.
The picture shows Shaanxi snack biangbiang noodles. Source: Visual China
There are also trouser belt noodles, donkey hoof noodles, gluten noodles...
"Everything is covered"!
The picture shows Xi'an snack gourd chicken. Source: Visual China
If you want to bring some gifts to your relatives and friends,
Cured beef must be one of the recommendations.
The meat is crispy, fragrant and delicious!
The picture shows Xi'an snack brush cake. Source: Visual China
Eating in Xi'an,
Must "krima rub" (quickly),
There must be no dilly-dallying,
After a meal of high-calorie "carbohydrate bombs",
Full of happiness!
The picture shows Xi'an's traditional food mutton dip. Source: Visual China
As the Year of the Dragon in 2024 approaches,
Xi'an New Year Cultural Tourism Activities
The curtain is about to begin.
The picture shows the large number of tourists in the Big Wild Goose Pagoda Scenic Area in Xi'an. Photo by Zhang Yuan
From January 18 to March 9, 2024,
Xi'an will rely on
New Year's Eve, New Year's Eve, Lantern Festival and other customary festivals,
Launched 6 major themes and 9 series of activities.
Provide citizens and tourists with unique Xi’an characteristics
The year of culture, the year of joy, the year of reunion, the year of happiness.
The picture shows the brightly lit city that never sleeps in the Tang Dynasty, welcoming visitors from all directions. Source: Released from Xi'an
Xi’an Year, Chang’an Year!
at last,
Don’t forget to make reservations in advance when visiting the museum!
Author: Shi Furong Zhang Yuan
Source: China News Service WeChat official account