At night, or even during the day, creates a real atmosphere of ancient China and what is a fast growing modern city. Jo: Sam says what he likes about the Xi’an City Wall is that it gives you a ...

Except for its old city wall, some 8 mi/12 km around, Xi'an, China, (pronounced SHE-on) looks like any other large industrial city. It was once the capital of 13 dynasties within China, but is no ...

Xian held the distinction of being the capital of China for 12 imperial dynasties. It is one of the world's most vibrant cities, encircled by the most complete ancient city wall in China.