A black hole you must avoid when traveling to Xi’an!
1. The Muslim Street of the indigenous people is not the Muslim Street you say
No matter how many Internet celebrities recommend how delicious the Muslim Street behind your Drum Tower is, I will take it. Calling them nonsense, if you ask any authentic old Xi'an, they will not recommend you to eat there. The so-called Muslim Street is actually not a street but a gathering area for the Muslims.
Most of the Muslim Streets mentioned by tourists refer to Beiyuanmen and Xiyangshi Streets, while the really delicious food is mostly concentrated in the area of ??Sajin Bridge and Dapiyuan, such as the well-known Internet celebrity egg dishes. Jiamo, Hua Nainai Sour Plum Soup, Dingjia Short Crispy Pork, and Zhiliang Soup Dumplings are all on these two streets. There are also many inconspicuous shops with low prices and good taste. They are all worth visiting. of. We will also write an authentic recommendation about various delicious foods in Xi'an later. Friends, please stay tuned.
2. About delicious food
Everyone is most familiar with the various delicacies in Muslim Street, but Xi'an is really not just a place for foodies to find food. Yongxingfang, which is popular on Douyin, not only sells Wanwanjiu, but also sells snacks from all over Xi'an, as well as Chang'an food stalls, Yuanjiacun and several small shops specializing in Shaanxi cuisine. Of course, the most delicious, authentic and affordable ones are the inconspicuous shops on the roadside. You can try them as you like. Food such as noodles, cold skin and meat buns will always be the most delicious at your doorstep. You won’t step on the trap in any shop. district.
3. Minefields about scenic spots
Tickets for scenic spots in Xi'an are relatively high, so friends must carry their student ID cards with them to ensure that they enjoy half price. In addition, choosing attractions that suit your interests and hobbies can save time and money without leaving disappointed. As we all know, Xi'an is famous for its humanities and history. The Terracotta Warriors, Huaqing Pool, Ming City Wall, and Shaanxi History Museum are all familiar attractions. It takes about three days to complete all of these attractions, so if you are not interested in history and culture, you can choose one of them. several.
It is strongly recommended that if you don’t go to Huaqing Pool’s performance of Song of Everlasting Sorrow at night, I really don’t recommend Huaqing Pool after considering the cost-effectiveness. At the Terracotta Warriors and History Museum, be sure to ask the docents not to wear interpreters. Increased interaction with the docents will make the tour more interesting (join a friend or stranger to reduce the cost and maybe meet like-minded friends) Bell Tower It is a landmark building in Xi'an. Rather than spending money to go up there, it is more recommended to just take photos around it. Tickets for the Big Wild Goose Pagoda do not include climbing the tower, so it is not recommended to buy tickets to enter the park. The Nanhu Park around the Tang Dynasty Furong Garden is open to the public free of charge. They all imitate the garden style of the Tang Dynasty. It is also a good choice if you want to save money.
4. Choose the right car and spend less money to ensure a pleasant journey
(1) Taxis in Xi'an operate during morning and evening rush hours, holidays, and at three or four o'clock in the afternoon (taxi handover) It is difficult to get a taxi at any time), and even if you get a taxi, you will sometimes be refused rides. Even if you are not refused rides, you may be stuck on the road for a long time, so the subway and bus are definitely the best choice in the city. If you are close, riding a bicycle is also a good idea. choice.
(2) The best way to reach the city is from the airport train station. The airport in Xi'an is about an hour away from the city, and a taxi costs about 130 yuan, so the airport bus is a good choice because it is convenient and fast. Secondly, you can choose to go in advance It is safe and convenient to book a ride-hailing service or an airport pick-up and drop-off service from Meituan or Qunar. The cost per person is about 30 yuan. If the train arrives at the high-speed rail station, the subway can go directly to the city. The traditional local train station is in the city, and the bus is the best choice (the train station is the most and least recommended place to take a taxi).
(3) An easy way to go to the Terracotta Warriors
Most people will choose to take bus No. 306 (Travel 5) at the east square of the train station. The train station is the best in any city. Xi'an is a mixed bag, and Xi'an is no exception. There will be some private buses next to regular tourist buses. No matter what they say, you must definitely choose regular buses (Road 306 can go directly to the Terracotta Warriors and Huaqing Pool), or choose major travel websites For a one-day tour that includes a tour guide fee (about 70 per person), you can be picked up directly at the hotel door, eliminating the pain of waiting in line at the train station. In addition, it is very important to keep an eye on your belongings in crowded places such as train stations. No one wants to ruin their interest in traveling by losing something.
5. Who told you that Xi'an only has cultural landscapes?
Break your inherent impression. Xi'an really has more than endless museums, slow-paced urban life and small tourist attractions hidden in the city. The low-key bourgeois cafes and restaurants in the alley are all unexpected little blessings. When coming to Xi'an to experience the nightlife of the ancient city, it is not recommended to go to the famous Defu Lane. Locals generally choose the bars in Shuncheng Lane from the south gate to the west gate. Most of the bars here are mainly folk, jazz, Various types of music bars, such as pop music, are not expensive and are perfect for having a drink or listening to a traditional cross talk in a teahouse.
No city can be perfect, and it is precisely because of imperfection that it appears more real and vivid. I write this in the hope that everyone can experience the beauty of Xi'an and its true appearance as much as possible. I love Xi'an and hope you are like me.