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Xi'an Drum Tower
No. 17 of Best Things to Do in Shaanxi

Xi'an Drum Tower

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The Xi'an Drum Tower faces the bell tower and is one of the iconic buildings of the ancient city. The drum tower was first built in the 13th year of the Hongwu reign of the Ming Dynasty (1380). Climbing the drum tower, you can see a large drum 1.8 m high and 24 red drums engraved with the 24 solar terms, which are very impressive. The drum tower also exhibits furniture, porcelain, and calligraphy and paintings by Qi Baishi from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Xi'an Drum Tower is one of the largest drum towers in China. Its base is a tall rectangular platform with north-south passageways that are 6 m in both height and width. The tower on the platform has two stories, upper and lower, with a roof covered in green glazed tiles. On the south side of Xi'an Drum Tower, there is a plaque inscribed with "Land of culture and military prowess," which, together with the plaque at Shanhaiguan, is hailed as "China's two great plaques." Unfortunately, it was destroyed during turbulent times, and what we see now is a replica. When visiting Xi'an Drum Tower, you can also enjoy the ancient-inspired "morning bell and evening drum" performance. Between the drum tower and the bell tower lies the bell and drum tower square, adorned with green grass and red flowers, featuring a uniquely designed musical fountain. The night view here is beautiful, perfect for photography. Behind the drum tower is the Muslim Quarter, home to numerous delicious foods.

Xi'an · 41.9km from Xingping
Daming Palace National Heritage Park
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Daming Palace National Heritage Park

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The Daming Palace, the grand imperial court of the Tang Empire, served as the political center and national symbol of the dynasty. As one of the "Three Great Palaces" (Daming Palace, Taiji Palace, and Xingqing Palace) in Chang'an, it was the largest and known as the "Eastern Palace." From Emperor Gaozong's reign onward, 17 Tang emperors conducted state affairs here for over 240 years. This magnificent architectural complex stood as one of the world's most expansive palace compounds during its time. The lines from poet Wang Wei's "Morning Court at Daming Palace in Response to Jia Sheren" – "The nine heavens' gates swing open to reveal the palace; envoys from myriad nations bow before the imperial crown" – epitomize the grandeur of Tang Dynasty's golden age, showcasing the empire's majestic authority and the solemn magnificence of imperial ceremonies. The Daming Palace was first built in the 8th year of Emperor Taizong's Zhenguan era (634 AD), covering an area of approx. 3.2 km². The entire palace complex can be divided into two main sections: the outer court for official assemblies and the inner court for residence and entertainment. The outer court centers around the Hanyuan Hall (outer court), Xuanzheng Hall (middle court), and Zichen Hall (inner court), while the inner court features the Taiye Pool along with over 30 auxiliary halls, pavilions, and observatories. The term "Daming" first appeared in the "Daming" chapter of "The Book of Songs: Greater Odes." According to the "Mao Commentary," it signifies: "King Wen possessed brilliant virtue, so Heaven again commanded King Wu. As King Wen and King Wu succeeded one another, their brilliant virtue daily grew more vast, hence the name Daming." Like the name Weiyang Palace, which also originates from "The Book of Songs," Daming Palace served as a self-motivating symbol inspired by the diligent governance and wisdom of the Zhou kings. The origin of Daming Palace is also associated with a fascinating legend. During its initial construction, an ancient bronze mirror was unearthed at the site. The renowned statesman Wei Zheng recognized it as the "Qin Mirror," a national treasure once used by Emperor Qin Shi Huang to eliminate political dissidents. Legend claims this mirror could reveal a person's internal organs with astonishing clarity. More significantly, it could distinguish loyal ministers from treacherous ones and predict the rise and fall of dynasties. After Daming Palace's completion, the Qin Mirror was hung in the imperial court to ward off evil spirits, giving rise to the idiom "a bright mirror hung high" (symbolizing impartial justice). With this treasure safeguarding the palace, the atmosphere became one of supreme integrity and enlightenment—hence the name "Daming Palace" (Great Illumination Palace). On March 4, 1961, Daming Palace was designated by the State Council of the People's Republic of China as one of the first batch of National Key Cultural Relics Protection Units. In 2010, Xi'an established Daming Palace National Heritage Park on the original site. On June 22, 2014, the Daming Palace ruins were successfully inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List as part of the "Silk Roads: the Routes Network of Chang'an-Tianshan Corridor." On October 18, 2021, the Daming Palace ruins were selected among the "Top 100 Archaeological Discoveries of the Century." The Daming Palace of the Tang Dynasty was a magnificent architectural complex in Chang'an city. The park is built on the ruins of Daming Palace, where visitors can see foundation remains of palaces like Hanyuan Hall and admire the restored miniature model of Daming Palace. The attraction has a south gate and an east gate, with the south gate serving as the main entrance where the visitor center is located. Visitors are recommended to enter through the south gate. The heritage park consists of both free and paid sections, with the paid area covering the core attractions including the Danfeng Gate Ruins Museum at Daming Palace National Heritage Park, Hanyuan Hall Ruins, Xuanzheng Hall, Zichen Hall Ruins, and the Daming Palace Ruins Museum. The Daming Palace National Heritage Park - Danfeng Gate served as the main southern entrance to the Daming Palace, facing the 176m-wide Danfeng Gate Avenue. North of the Danfeng Gate lies the central north-south axis of the palace complex, featuring structures like the Hanyuan Hall, Xuanzheng Hall, Zichen Hall, Penglai Hall, Hanliang Hall, and Xuanwu Hall. Most other palace buildings were arranged along this central axis. According to Yonglu historical records, the Daming Palace's architectural layout progressed from Danfeng Gate to Hanyuan Hall and then to Zichen Hall further north - all three major structures were built atop hills. The front court area occupied the highest point of Longshou Mountain, with the terrain dropping sharply by several meters beyond this section toward the northern slopes. The Hanyuan Hall, Xuanzheng Hall, and Zichen Hall were the three main halls of Daming Palace, with Hanyuan Hall serving as the principal throne hall. Flanking the Xuanzheng Hall were two key government offices - the Secretariat and Chancellery - along with the Hongwen Academy and Hongshi Archives. Parallel to the central axis, two longitudinal streets ran east and west, created by aligned gateways piercing through three transverse palace walls. The northern side of Longshou Hill served as the rear court, featuring low-lying terrain where water from the Longshou Village canal was diverted to form a lake—Taiye Pool. The emperor's sleeping quarters and auxiliary halls were mostly concentrated on the elevated grounds of Longshou Hill southeast of Taiye Pool, while the areas for handling state affairs and hosting banquets with officials were situated on the high ground southwest of the pool. The expansive, flat northern shore of Taiye Pool accommodated recreational facilities and auxiliary views, such as the Shicui Hall, Horse Racing Tower, and Cockfighting Platform. The Linde Hall, built approx. during the Linde era of Emperor Gaozong of Tang, stood on the elevated land west of Taiye Pool in northern Daming Palace. As previously mentioned, there were also over 30 other detached halls, pavilions, and viewing platforms in the vicinity. At the attraction, visitors can view the foundation ruins of major halls and the palace outlines recreated with light steel structures on these ruins. Inside the Daming Palace National Heritage Museum, you'll see artifacts unearthed from the site, including royal utensils and vessels. In the northeast corner of the museum, there's a 1:15 scale miniature model of Daming Palace where you can "walk" along its streets and immerse yourself in the grandeur of Tang Dynasty's imperial palace. Inside the Danfeng Gate Museum at Daming Palace National Heritage Park near the south gate, the ruins of the gate tower from the original Danfeng Gate of Daming Palace National Heritage Park are preserved. This site represents one of the largest documented city gates in Chinese history.

Xi'an · 43.5km from Xingping
Xi'an Muslim Quarter
No. 9 of Night Attractions in Shaanxi

Xi'an Muslim Quarter

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The Xi'an Muslim Quarter is not a single street but a collective name for several streets within the Hui community in the heart of Xi'an, comprising Beiyuanmen, Beiguangji Street, West Yangshi, Dapiyuan, and others. Locals also refer to it as "Huifang" or "Fangshang." The history of Hui settlement in this area dates back over a thousand years, when Muslim merchants traveling along the Silk Road gradually settled here, forming the cultural landscape seen today. The neighborhood is home to numerous mosques of varying ages, such as the Great Mosque in Huajue Lane, the Daxuexi Lane Mosque, and the Guangji Street Mosque. Tens of thousands of Hui residents live around these mosques, maintaining traditional religious customs. This is the go-to destination for Xi'an's local cuisine, where you can sample virtually every authentic flavor in one place: yangrou paomo (mutton soup with crumbled flatbread), guantang baozi (soup dumplings), grilled skewers, shuipen yangrou (mutton in broth), pickled vegetable fried rice, cured beef and mutton, liangpi (cold noodles), sour soup dumplings, hulatang (peppery soup), and more. After eating your fill, you can pick up local-style pastries, dried fruits, and candied treats as souvenirs to bring home. The neighborhood sits right next to the Drum Tower and Bell Tower, and most visitors start their stroll from the Beiyuanmen area, working their way through the alleys to taste the food and soak in the local atmosphere.

Xi'an · 41.9km from Xingping
Small Wild Goose Pagoda Heritage Park
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Small Wild Goose Pagoda Heritage Park

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The site of Jianfu Temple within the Small Wild Goose Pagoda Heritage Park forms the core component and outdoor area of Xi'an Museum. It earned its name because its pagoda shape resembles the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda but is smaller. Compared to the bustle of the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, this place offers much more tranquility. At the base of the pagoda, exquisite stone carvings from various dynasties are displayed outdoors, including Buddhist statues, stone lions, stone horses, and hitching posts—a must-see for visitors who appreciate folk artifacts. This multi-eaved brick pagoda originally had 15 stories but now stands with 13, reaching about 43.4 meters in height. With its elegant and slender silhouette and smooth contour lines, it is a classic example of Tang Dynasty square multi-eaved pagodas. As one of Xi'an's important symbols of its ancient capital heritage, it holds the prestigious title of "Morning Bell at the Wild Goose Pagoda," one of the "Eight Scenic Wonders of Guanzhong." Jianfu Temple was originally built in 684 AD during the first year of Emperor Ruizong's reign in the Tang Dynasty, initially dedicated to honoring Emperor Gaozong. Later, between 707–710 AD during Emperor Zhongzong's reign, a pagoda was constructed within the temple to house Buddhist scriptures and statues brought back from India by the eminent monk Yijing.This is the tower named for its distinctive shape.Therefore, it is inseparable from the Jianfu Temple and serves as a physical witness to the temple's former glory and a landmark structure. After enduring the vicissitudes of time, most of the Jianfu Temple's halls and buildings no longer exist.But thisPrecious Tang Dynasty architectural relics have been preserved to this day.

Xi'an · 42km from Xingping

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_M1***336 November 2026
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To the tune of "Linjiangxian" – My Alma Mater Forty years have passed since I left the school gates, half a lifetime has flown by, yet the warmth of spring remains. The Big Wild Goose Pagoda in Xiaozhai, the Tang Dynasty's Ever-Bright City. Four years of diligent study should not be taken lightly; parting sorrows linger like a pale moon and wispy clouds, old memories before the wine cup bring a frown to my brow. The Drum Tower and Bell Tower in the Muslim Quarter exude the charm of autumn.

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M27***t36 October 2026
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Teacher Tangtang's teaching is really excellent! 🤩🤩 I learned a lot from her throughout the course. She reminded me of my high school Chinese teacher, someone incredibly knowledgeable! ✌︎' ֊'🥳🥳🥳 In short, I really enjoyed it! 🥰🥰🥰

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Anonymous user6 November 2026
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The biggest highlight of visiting Xi'an right now is the Tang Dynasty street, which was originally a shopping mall. People of all ages stroll through the street dressed in various Tang Dynasty costumes, freely taking photos with their phones. There are also shops that rent clothes for taking ancient costume photos. You can see many exquisite makeup and costumes with photographers, which is very DIY. There are also many Tang Dynasty and ancient elements. The staff are also dressed in Tang Dynasty costumes. There are acrobatic performances, guzheng performances, short drama performances, and even the places to eat are in an ancient style. It's like traveling back in time. In short, you can immerse yourself in the Tang Dynasty's golden age for a small amount of money.

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Caroline_Cascadia2 November 2026
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I think Daming Park was a little underwhelming. I thought from the photos that there were some ancient buildings on site. Apparently they were all destroyed at the end of the Tang Dynasty. The size of the park and the small recreations do give you perspective on the absolute massive scale that this palace complex once operated on. I listened to a documentary on Daming while wondering around the park, which helped transport me back through time. At present day however, the park is devoid of buildings except for the base of one of the palaces and Daming palace itself situated at the end of a large pavilion.

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kiu先生28 October 2026
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The scenic area is large and clean, with a refreshing atmosphere. The children were very happy, and the visit was very comfortable. The staff were very welcoming, and the routes were well-designed, making it incredibly convenient! I will definitely come again next time.

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acyeveryday5 June 2026
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Add this to your itinerary if you're visting Xi'an! I have been to the quarter 3 times. Walk along the main path of the quarter BUT make sure you also walk down the narrow alleyways! There are LOTS of shops and food stalls you don't want to miss. Open 24/7 too so make sure you visit!

Xi'an Muslim Quarter

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Tom 老师25 February 2026
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I was so surprised! This museum is free, and has so many ancient items including a tiny teracotta army!

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This water park is amazing! There are so many facilities, the slides are exciting and fun, the wave pool feels like being at the seaside, and the children's area is also suitable for children. The water is clear, the environment is beautiful, there are rest areas and delicious food. The service attitude of the staff is particularly good, which makes people feel at ease. Highly recommended! [Scenery]

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银色小船30 October 2026
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Xi'an boasts a rich history, filled with numerous stories, legends, and archaeological artifacts. The Xi'an History Museum is the perfect first stop for a guided tour, providing a basic understanding of its geography and culture from ancient times to the present, which will build a foundation for listening to other stories. Our guide was fantastic—soft-spoken, with a steady pace, and she chose a spot with few people and a great angle. She also clearly explained the origins and stories of some of the legends surrounding the Small Wild Goose Pagoda. A full two hours of guided tour—highly recommended! 👍

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