Xian overview

With a population of almost three million, the central Chinese city of Xian is a great place for experienced travellers that are yearning for an escape from the noise and pollution of big Chinese cities. Rarely high up on the list of the travel plans of many tourists, Xian has a number of historical sites dating back to the Ming Dynasty that will satisfy travellers who have a keen interest in the history of China. Travellers to Xian will feel safe and secure from the invasion of the Mongols, as the city is surrounded by largest city walls in the world, which was built in the time of the Ming Dynasty. Now, the walls have been restored and are big enough to ride a bike around. Xian features a variety of accommodation options to cater for all budgets, despite being mostly geared towards local Chinese travellers. The city is serviced by flights from many Chinese cities.