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Exploring the Magnificent Dayan Pagoda: A Journey Through History in Xi’an, China

I. OverviewThe Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, also known as the Ci’en Temple Pagoda, is located within the Great Ci’en Temple in the former Jinchangfang district of Tang-era Chang’an (now the southern part of present-day Xi’an). Its construction began in 652 AD under the direction of the renowned monk Xuanzang. A legendary figure of the Tang […]

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Terra Cotta Warriors – one of the eight wonders of the world

Hello friends, have you heard of the Terracotta Army in China? It’s like a super famous ancient treasure! Basically, it’s thousands of life-sized clay soldiers and horses buried near the tomb of China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang. They were discovered in 1974 by farmers digging a well, and since then, it’s become a major

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Why is Xi’an so famous?

Picture yourself standing on a 600 – year – old city wall, gazing into the distance where futuristic skyscrapers blend with towers in the style of the Tang Dynasty. That’s Xi’an for you — a living museum holding 5,000 years of Chinese history and a window to understand how the past shapes the future. Unlike Beijing or Shanghai, Xi’an is not just a city; it’s a time – traveling machine. For foreigners, walking through Xi’an is like stepping into a mix of Rome, Athens, and Dubai — every brick here has a story to tell.

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