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The Xi’an Olympic Sports Centre is located within the Chanba ecological area, featuring tall residential towers, luxury hotels, and the Chanba Wetland National Park. This setting offers a peaceful retreat from the city while staying close to major tourist attractions and Xi’an’s historic old town.
Xi’an’s old town, one of China’s four ancient capitals, has served as a seat of power for over 3,000 years. Key landmarks within the 14km intact city wall include the Bell Tower and Drum Tower, which historically served as the city’s primary timekeepers and announcement points.
Roughly 40km from the Sports Centre are the Terracotta Warriors, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discovered in 1974, the site features thousands of life-sized figures guarding the tomb of Qin Shi Huang, China’s first emperor.
The Muslim Quarter showcases Xi’an’s historical role as an eastern hub of the Silk Road. This area is popular for its street food, including local specialties like Rou Jia Mo and Biang Biang Mian.
Within the Muslim Quarter stands the Great Mosque of Xi’an, a structure over 1,200 years old that combines traditional Chinese and Islamic architectural styles, reflecting the city’s rich cultural history.