Many visitors make it to Xi'an to visit the terracotta soldiers. Even today they're a fierce crowd!

Modern Xi'an's Main Square

My favorite: The Big Goose Pagoda

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

With tour guide Lisa

 
 
 
Travel Tip: Rent a bike for a wonderful afternoon toodling around the countryside.
   

For relaxation, nothing beats the laid-back town of Yangshuo.