China: Ancient Capitals
China: Ancient Capitals
Xi'an
Xi'an, called Chang'an in ancient times, is the most important ancient capital in China. It is the capital that has the longest history and greatest influence among the ancient capitals. Xi'an was located on the eastern end of the Silk Road, which connected China with other European countries in the West. Xi’an was the capital for more than 1,000 years, spanning 13 dynasties such as the Qing, Han, Sui and Tang Dynasties. Located in Middle China, it is an important birthplace of Chinese culture and civilization.
Nowadays, Xi'an has rich, well-preserved historical relics.
The Terra-cotta Warriors and Houses are the most popular among the historical relics.
Riding a bike along Xi'an Ancient City Wall can let the travelers have a great overall view of the city.
Xing/Qing Imperial Palace, Tang Paradise, the Ruins of Daming Palace, Huangdi mausoleum, and Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor are great historical destinations to travel in Xi'an.
The Big Goose Pagoda, the Drum Tower, the Bell Tower and Great Mosque are also popular among travelers in Xi'an.
Nanjing
With more than 2,500 years of history, the provincial capital of the Jiangsu Province-Nanjing was set as the capital for nearly 500 years during 6 dynasties. Nanjing, also known as Nanking, had been the capital of the Eastern Wu, Qi, Liang, Chen, Jin and Song Dynasty. As one of top 4 ancient capitals of China, it is a nationally famous historical and cultural city. Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang's Tomb, the Confucius Temple and Sun Yatsen's Mausoleum are great historical relics in Nanjing.
Taking a cruise along the Qinhuai River at night is a great experience for travelers because of its vivid nightlife and beautiful scenery.
The Great Wall of the Ming Dynasty has recorded and carries the history of Jinling (ancient name of Nanjing).
The Presidential Palace, Purple Golden Mountain Observatory, MoChou Lake Park and Nanjing Yangze River Bridge are hot
Xi'an
Xi'an, called Chang'an in ancient times, is the most important ancient capital in China. It is the capital that has the longest history and greatest influence among the ancient capitals. Xi'an was located on the eastern end of the Silk Road, which connected China with other European countries in the West. Xi’an was the capital for more than 1,000 years, spanning 13 dynasties such as the Qing, Han, Sui and Tang Dynasties. Located in Middle China, it is an important birthplace of Chinese culture and civilization.
Nowadays, Xi'an has rich, well-preserved historical relics.
The Terra-cotta Warriors and Houses are the most popular among the historical relics.
Riding a bike along Xi'an Ancient City Wall can let the travelers have a great overall view of the city.
Xing/Qing Imperial Palace, Tang Paradise, the Ruins of Daming Palace, Huangdi mausoleum, and Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor are great historical destinations to travel in Xi'an.
The Big Goose Pagoda, the Drum Tower, the Bell Tower and Great Mosque are also popular among travelers in Xi'an.
Nanjing
With more than 2,500 years of history, the provincial capital of the Jiangsu Province-Nanjing was set as the capital for nearly 500 years during 6 dynasties. Nanjing, also known as Nanking, had been the capital of the Eastern Wu, Qi, Liang, Chen, Jin and Song Dynasty. As one of top 4 ancient capitals of China, it is a nationally famous historical and cultural city. Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang's Tomb, the Confucius Temple and Sun Yatsen's Mausoleum are great historical relics in Nanjing.
Taking a cruise along the Qinhuai River at night is a great experience for travelers because of its vivid nightlife and beautiful scenery.
The Great Wall of the Ming Dynasty has recorded and carries the history of Jinling (ancient name of Nanjing).
The Presidential Palace, Purple Golden Mountain Observatory, MoChou Lake Park and Nanjing Yangze River Bridge are hot