Xi'an Religions Tour
- 4–5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Xi’an is a city with a history over 3,000 years and capital of 13 different dynasties. As the starting point of the world famous Silk Road, it’s also once the center of the world, both of culture and trade. People from east and west came to Xi’an with their goods, foods, culture and religions. Temples of various religions were dotted in Chang’an (today’s Xi’an), stories of persistent and dauntless monks and missionaries who traveled all the way to other parts of the world have been told for centuries. This tour will give you a chance to approach yourself to these temples and diverse religions, meanwhile to get some insight of today’s religious life.
Inclusions
What's included
- Public Transportation
- English-speaking Guide Service
- Entrance fee
What's not
- Gratuities
- Meals
Itinerary
Xi’an Great Mosque is one of the oldest and the best preserved mosque in China. It was first built in 742 AD in the Tang Dynasty, shortly after the introduction of Islam into China by Silk Road. It is situated in the middle of a very busy area with only narrow lanes and bazaars amongst shabby buildings. With a gorgeous blend of Chinese architecture style and Islamic culture, it’s a main religious sites for Chinese Muslims in the communities around and a great place worthy for a visit.
A famous Taoist temple with a history over 1,000 years. It’s a quaint temple of popular folk religion in Xi’an. Situated in the center of downtown Xi’an with the famous Muslim Quarter right behind it, this temple is quiet and atmospheric. To explore this hidden religious world after being to some popular and crowded sites, and to linger around the surrounding Muslim community nearby, you will get a chance to learn something about Taoism, to take nice pictures and to gain a great insight into the locals daily/community life.
A famous Taoist temple with a history over 1,000 years. It’s a quaint temple of popular folk religion in Xi’an. Situated in the middle of an old district near the ancient city wall, this temple is quiet yet more atmospheric. Open markets of antiques and foods nearby show the earthly life of locals, with some Taoist fortune-tellers selling their skills. To explore this hidden religious world after being to some popular and crowded sites, you will get a chance to learn something about Taoism, to take nice pictures and to gain a great insight into the locals daily/community life.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 10 travellers
- Operated by
- Xi'an Food Tour
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Xian
- Its from-price is 60% below the median of the 151 city tours we list in Xian.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 32 of 151.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Xian
Xi'an, capital of many Chinese dynasties and the start of the Silk Road, is home to the Terracotta Army and intact Ming city walls.
The Terracotta Army, found by farmers digging a well in 1974, stands in vast pits outside the city: thousands of life-size clay warriors, horses and chariots buried to guard the tomb of Qin Shi Huang, China's first emperor. Each figure has its own face, and the scale is staggering.
Top-ranked sights in Xian: Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum (Terracotta Warriors), Xi'an City Wall (Chengqiang), Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayanta).
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