Xi'an, known as Chang'an in ancient times, is a historical and cultural treasure of the Chinese nation. From the Zhou Dynasty to the Tang Dynasty, the city witnessed China's prosperity. With friends, we embarked on this journey to visit the ancient capital with our love for the history and culture of Xi'an. We chose Xi'an to trace the footprints of history and feel the profound cultural heritage.
Walking into Xi'an is like walking into a living historical scroll. Terracotta Warriors, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Huaqing Pond, there is a fascinating story behind each place name. The mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang and the Huaqing Palace of the Tang Dynasty silently tell the glory and glory of the ancient capital. Under the ancient city walls, we feel the precipitation of the years, as if we can hear the war drums and horns of those ancient warriors.
The Big Wild Goose Pagoda is one of the landmark buildings in Xi'an, and it is also a treasure in the ancient architectural library of China. From a distance, the spire of the tower rises into the sky, as if it is about to pierce the sky. From a closer look, every stone and carving of the tower is full of the weight of history. The Big Wild Goose Pagoda was built in the Tang Dynasty to enshrine Buddhist scriptures brought back from India. From this point, it can be seen that the Tang people respect Buddhist culture. Therefore, in the process of Buddhism being introduced to China, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda became an important center of Buddhist cultural exchange. It not only treasures many ancient Buddhist scriptures and Buddhist artworks, but also is a holy place for many monks to pass away.
In addition to its rich history and culture, Xi'an's natural scenery is also intoxicating. The beauty of Lishan Mountain and the vastness of Weishui add a unique charm to the city. The early morning mist shrouded over the ancient city, like a fairyland. Xi'an at night is even more beautiful, with brilliant ancient buildings and modern high-rise buildings, making people feel the modern atmosphere of the ancient capital.
Walking in the streets and alleys of Xi'an, we seem to have traveled through time and space and returned to the bustling Chang'an City. The ancient streets and alleys, traditional courtyard houses, and authentic Shaanxi snacks all make us feel the unique cultural atmosphere of the city. For breakfast, we had Pork Sandwich Bun, one of Xi'an's signature snacks known for its crispy crust and tender meat filling. When you take a bite, your mouth is full of the aroma of gravy, which makes you linger.
At the academy gate, we appreciate the calligraphy art of the ancients; In Muslim Street, we tasted authentic mutton steamed buns and Bingfeng drinks. Mutton steamed bun is one of the traditional delicacies of Xi'an, with mutton, steamed buns, vermicelli and other main ingredients. In the process of boiling, the deliciousness of the mutton and the taste of the steamed buns are perfectly integrated, which makes people appetize. Bingfeng soda is one of Xi'an's specialty beverages, which is loved for its unique taste and delicious taste. It is an indispensable delicacy in the Xi'an Night Market, and it is paired with a variety of snacks to make people feel the coolness of summer.
The daylight faded and the sky slowly darkened. Our group arrived at Datang Sleepless City. This pedestrian street, which is about 1,500 meters long, is full of the atmosphere of the Tang Dynasty. After nightfall, the lights here shine brightly, making people feel as if they have traveled back to Chang'an City in the Tang Dynasty. Here, I enjoyed the music and dance, circus, acrobatics and other performances of the Tang Dynasty, and also tasted a variety of authentic Xi'an food. In particular, the wonderful lion dance and dragon dance performances made me feel the charm of traditional Chinese culture.
Xi'an's food is one of the highlights of the tour. Whether it is a table full of mutton steamed buns, delicious cold skins, fragrant meat sandwich buns, or other exquisite Shaanxi dishes, we all feast. And while tasting the food, it is naturally indispensable to be accompanied by fine wine. Xi'an's wines and rice wines are unique and complement the local cuisine. On the second night, we had a lovely time with friends at the open bar, where we enjoyed a delicious meal and a few things about life.
Zhijiao wine is a special wine we tasted in Xi'an. This wine has won our love for its deep cultural heritage and unique taste. The bar guy said that this is their boss's new brand wine from Guizhou, called "Zhijiao". The name of the wine symbolizes the deep friendship between friends and confidants, which complements the theme of our trip. While tasting the sake of Zhijiao, we couldn't help but think of the good times we spent with our friends, and we were filled with emotion.
Traveling is not only a physical movement, but also a spiritual experience. During our journey to Xi'an, we felt the weight of history, the beauty of nature and the warmth of humanity. Traveling with friends makes us cherish our friendship and affection with each other even more. Each travel experience becomes a precious memory in our lives, inspiring us to continue exploring this beautiful world.
We gained a lot from this trip to Xi'an, not only to appreciate the historical and cultural charm of the ancient capital, to appreciate the natural scenery, to taste the food and wine, but also to deepen the friendship with friends. We know that travel is not the whole of life, but such an experience can make us love life more and cherish the time with our friends and friends. I have a good friend