Xian Local Tour: Explore the High-Tech Alibaba Market and Key Highlights of Xian City

Tour Itinerary

In the morning, our friendly tour guide will meet you at the Xian train station or your hotel in downtown Xi'an. Look out for the welcome sign reading "Your Way Holiday," and your tour will begin! Your guide will provide a warm introduction to the day's itinerary, sharing interesting facts and historical insights along the way, ensuring you're ready for an unforgettable adventure.

Your first stop is the world-famous Terracotta Warriors, one of China’s most remarkable archaeological sites. Discovered on March 29, 1974, by farmers digging a water well, this army of life-sized sculptures was created to protect Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China, in his afterlife. The Terracotta Army consists of thousands of individual figures, each uniquely crafted to represent soldiers, chariots, and horses. Your guide will offer a detailed history of this extraordinary discovery, explaining how it was buried with the emperor around 210–209 BCE. Learn about the significance of the terracotta warriors in both the historical and cultural contexts, as well as the impressive scale of the excavation, which continues today. After exploring the pits and learning about the meticulous restoration process, you’ll have time to take in the breathtaking views and snap some photos.

Next, your guide will take you back to downtown Xi'an, where you’ll experience the cutting-edge Hema Fresh Store, a part of Alibaba’s O2O (online-to-offline) e-commerce platform. This futuristic supermarket offers a seamless combination of online and in-store shopping, all facilitated by Alipay. Your guide will walk you through the store's innovative shopping experience, showing you how to scan QR codes to access product information and make purchases via your Taobao or Alipay account. Explore a wide range of fresh, imported, and unique items, all clearly labeled with barcodes that bring up detailed information when scanned. You’ll even learn how the store utilizes high-tech solutions like real-time inventory updates and delivery options. If you're feeling hungry, you can also enjoy lunch at the in-store food court, where you'll be able to sample a variety of fresh dishes that are prepared right before your eyes.

After lunch, your guide will escort you to the majestic Xi'an Ancient City Wall, one of the most iconic and well-preserved city walls in China. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this wall is a stunning example of Ming dynasty architecture and military defense. Built during the 14th century under the reign of Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang, the wall stretches over 13 kilometers (8 miles) and was designed to protect the ancient city from invasion. Your guide will provide insights into the strategic importance of the city wall and explain its various features, such as the watchtowers, gates, and defensive mechanisms used in ancient China. You will also have the chance to walk or bike along the wall, offering a panoramic view of Xi'an's modern skyline against the backdrop of the ancient city. Learn about the preservation efforts that have kept this historical marvel intact for centuries.

At the end of your tour, your guide will drive you back to your hotel or the Xi'an train station, sharing any final insights or recommendations for your time in the city. Whether you’ve learned about Xi’an’s ancient past or experienced its modern developments, this tour will leave you with unforgettable memories of this fascinating city.

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