Xi'an in Winter

Xi'an, called Chang'an in ancient times, is the capital of Shaanxi Province, located in the southern part of the Guanzhong Plain. With the Qinling Mountains to the south and the Weihe River to the north, it is in a favorable geographical location surrounded by water and hills. Xi'an is one of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China and is the starting point of the Silk Road and home to the Terracotta Army of Emperor Qin Shi Huang.

Xian City Wall

Winter in Xi'an is not as cold as you thought, since heaters can be found in most northern cities of China. If you come from Canada, North Europe or cities in the north part of America, the winter in Xi'an is actually relatively warm for you; Winter in Xi’an last about 4 mouths, usually comes from November to February along with dry and cold weather and sometimes will snow. January is the coldest month with its average temperature of -1.3℃. Xi'an is an ideal tourism destination in china for its beautiful landscapes and strong Chinese culture, such as Museum of the Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses of Qin Shihuang, Tang Paradise, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, Huaqing Pool, Xi'an Bailuyuan Ski Resort, Tang Dynasty Dinner Show and Ming Dynastic City Wall in Xi'an, etc. Besides, Spring Festival was falls on the 1st day of the 1st lunar month, so tourists can have a good knowledge of Chinese festival culture during your winter tour. 

Big Wild Goose Pagoda Music Fountain Show

The reasons for travelling Xi'an in winter

1. The magnificent cities blanketed with snow in winter will enable tourists the unique experience of visiting a different Xi'an.

2. Visitors will enjoy the lower price of admission tickets in winter.

3. The local hotels and restaurants cut their prices by an average of 30 percent in winter.

4. It is not crowded anymore. Along the way, you can feel free to slow down or stop any time to enjoy the landscape or take a rest.

Mount Hua Plank Walk China

Things to do in Xian in winter

1. Cycling along the City WallYou can go up and walk along the top or hire bikes and ride around. Yes, it sounds a little bit crazy, but not crazy enough for outdoor activity fans. Besides, nice exercise in the winter time can bring you so much fun. It is cold only at the very beginning. After cycling on the City Wall for a while you will warm up and no need to worry about sweating.

2. Huaqing Hot SpringWhat can be more comfortable than taking a hot spring in a cold winter day? If you travel in Xi'an during the winter time, you will have a chance to enjoy the hot spring in Huaqingchi. Huaqing Hot Spring is one of famous hot springs in China which situated at the northern foot of Lishan Mountain. It is well known for its hot spring and scenic beauty. Emperor Xuanzong and his favorite lady, Yang Guifei once made it their winter home. Yang Guifei used to take her beauty bath in Huaqingchi.

3. Visiting MuseumsMost museums in Xi'an are enclosed and heated, thus winter time is also a very nice time for those who are keen on historic and cultural relics and want to know about Chinese history.

4. Huashan Mountain ClimbingNormally, in chilly winter, it is not recommended to visit Huashan Mountain. It is said that the mountain may be closed to public during some dangerous time. However, the snow scene in Huanshan Mountain is fantastic from December to March. You will have a chance to enjoy a rare snow scene - a layer of crystal white snow covering the beautiful trees, rocks, and houses. The mountain turns into a graceful white charming picture. February is the most prosperous period of snow and the best season to enjoy the snowing mountain.

Mausoleum of First Emperor Qinshihuang Terracotta Warriors Xian

Xi'an Travel Tips

1. Winter in Xi'an uses to be cold, you need to prepare plenty of pullovers, hat, gloves, socks, a good winter boot and a good jacket.

2. Keep your camera warm to work with battery and prepare more batteries in case of battery discharged.

3. Bring sunglass against snow-blindness.

Plan a trip to Xi'an in this winter! Witness the unchanging eternal of this ancient city!

Tang Dynasty Dinner Show


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