Xian is the capital of Shanxi province, located in central of China, between the Weihe river in the north and the Qinling Mountains in the south. It is in a favorable geographical location surrounded by water and hills. It has a semi-moist monsoon climate and there is a clear distinction between the four seasons. Except the colder winter, any season is relatively suitable for traveling.

Xian is a eternal city, Called Chang'an in ancient times, During Xian's 3,100 year development, 13 dynasties placed their capitals here. It probably possesses more items of archaeological interest than any other town or city in China, the most important, of course, being the world-famous Terra-cotta Warriors, which attracted 2,0000,000 domestic and foreign visitors every years.