Xi'an

Xi'an stands at the center of the Guanzhong Plain, bordered by the Wei River in the north and the Qinling Mountains in the south at 405 meters elevation.

The city functioned as the capital for 13 dynasties including the Zhou, Qin, Han, and Tang, holding this status for more than 1,100 years of Chinese history.

The city maintains numerous archaeological sites including the complete Ming Dynasty city walls, gates, and moat system surrounding the central urban district.

Xi'an accommodates 63 universities, 387 hospitals, and an international airport, serving its population of 13 million inhabitants across 11 districts and 2 counties.

The urban grid layout from the Tang Dynasty period remains visible in modern Xi'an, with the Bell Tower marking the precise center of the ancient capital.

Location: Shaanxi

Location: Qin

Location: Sui dynasty

Location: Tang dynasty

Location: Western Zhou

Elevation above the sea: 405 m

Part of: Shaanxi

Address: Xi'An, Shaanxi, China 710000 Xi'An 710000 Xi'An

Website: http://xa.gov.cn

GPS coordinates: 34.26111,108.94222

Latest update: May 28, 2025 10:02