A tip I have about this place — 2 years ago
If you go to China and can make it to Xi’an, you really should try. It is important, I think, to see the Terracotta warriors, though the experience might be something unexpected (both good and bad…), but I have to admit, the rest of Xi’an was a little disappointing for me. Being a city very geared towards tourists, it carries with that title, all of the negative parts of being a city for people who don’t live there: people wanting to take your money as fast as they can. Sometimes they’ll try to steal from you, but, more often, you’ll find that no one treats you fairly…moreso than in any other place I’ve visited in China thus far.
My tip: get OUT of the city and visit the absolutely fascinating Hua Shan (Hua Mountain). It will challenge you, amaze you, humble you, and take your breath away. Do it, do it, DO IT!
