| Travel Guide to Xi An, China |
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Xi'an has an increasing lively nightlife scene. A number of small bars featuring live music have opened up and are worth getting into in addition to the usual karaoke and hostess clubs. You can also get late night drinks in the back alley by the South Gate, opposite the ANA Grand Castle Hotel. |
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Shopping is not widespread in Xi'an. However a few department stores can be found by the Bell Tower and along the East and West Road. Visit the East Road and you will find many retails shops for clothes and shoes.
Lots of antique and curio shops as well as cheap tourist goods and souvenirs can be also found behind the Drum Tower in the Muslim Quarter. Check all goods and make a bargain if you've found what you look for! Get a receipt just in case it might be an issue at Customs on departure.
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The Lantern Festival during the full course of the moon in February allows Xi'an's city walls to be beautifully decorated with brightly lit lanterns. The lanterns take on various shapes and sizes highlighting one of the traditional crafts in China. As well, Chinese New Year is a big celebration in Xi'an, coming around the end of January and the beginning of February.
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| Destination Guide to China |
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