Travel freely in Xi'an

Author: Jin Qiuyan
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: Xi'an, beyond its heavy cloak as the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties, is also a microcosm of life in western China. The high-pitched Qin opera, indigenous folk arts, and the Muslim community living in the historic Hui Quarter all showcase the beauty and authenticity of western life. The hospitality, magnanimity, and warmth unique to the people of the northwest are like the fiery lamb soup, genuinely warming the heart. Xi'an is concrete, with cultural depth and natural beauty, but it is also abstract. Those profound cultural connotations require careful appreciation to uncover their true essence. Perhaps only by understanding Xi'an can one truly grasp the depth of Chinese culture, but no one can fully comprehend this city. However, by understanding only a part of it, you can truly grasp the essence and scope of Chinese culture. Perhaps then, you will reevaluate yourself and realize that you are even more Chinese than before.