Xi'an Travel Notes 800-word Sample Essay

Xi is a city full of ancient history. It has inherited the essence of Chinese civilization for thousands of years, and many Chinese miracles have been created here. The status of the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties is unshakable. Here, I will share with you an 800-word sample essay on "Travel Notes to Xi'an".

It was the capital of the Qin and Han Dynasties. It has the huge mausoleum of Qin Shihuang and the terracotta warriors and horses buried with him. It is the starting point of the ancient "Silk Road" in China. It was an international metropolis under the rule of Tang Li. There were wild goose pagodas where monks gave sermons and soup pools where emperors and concubines bathed. This was once the confrontation between the two parties of the Kuomintang and the Communist Party in the 1930s. It witnessed the two parties' joint fight against Japanese imperialist aggression and the development of modern electronic information technology and biotechnology industries. It is the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties - Xi'an.

Leave Zhao Yan and go to Qinchuan, eight hundred miles away. I had only seen or known "Xi'an" in textbooks or TV before. This time I could finally experience this ancient capital (transfer to G655 from Beijing West Railway Station). In my mind, I had been stuck in the shadow of the ancient city walls and palaces, but when I got off the high-speed train, I discovered the modern beauty of this ancient city. Most of the pedestrians coming and going were young people, which made me feel the youth of the ancient capital.

Bai Juyi's mood of "the spring breeze makes horses gallop, and I can see all the flowers in Chang'an in one night" is also the mood that I can't wait to get in close contact with the ancient capital at this time. So, after taking a short rest at the pre-arranged hotel, several partners immediately made an appointment to look for the lost ancient history, current civilization, and local specialties together. This is Qujiang New District, so we went to Marriage Park (actually it should be called Han Kiln Heritage Park, Marriage Park is my name). The love story of and is restored here, including throwing hydrangeas, conquering the war, returning to the boudoir, returning to the hometown of glory, as well as the statues of the group of Tang people who went on an outing, and the statue of Guanyin Bodhisattva standing or sitting on the lotus platform. On the walls of the park, we are engraved with famous domestic and foreign love stories such as "The Legend of White Snake", "Butterfly Lovers" and "Cinderella". Meanwhile, in the park, we saw a water-spewing dragon and the modern W Hotel.

After walking around, everyone was tired and hungry. So, we started looking for the nearest Western food nearby. Everyone was introduced through mobile Baidu or passers-by. Later, under the guidance of passers-by, we learned that Yuanjia Village is located on the third floor of Yintai City, not far from where we stayed.

Here, there are several large and small food stalls spliced ??together. The decoration style here is like a farmer's house in northern Shaanxi, with some old objects dotted in the middle. Maybe it's this environment, it's dinner time again. Many people come here and it is really "overcrowded".

After several comparisons, we selected several special snacks, including cold skin, sheep blood vermicelli soup, meat buns, and belt noodles, which were enough for us to have a big meal. Ever since, what was floating in the air was the rich aroma of meat buns, and what seemed smooth between the teeth was fresh sheep blood.

After dinner, we continued walking towards the north side of the street. So, passing the Shaanxi Museum, I saw the statues of Tang Dynasty figures standing in the middle of the street. It seems to be telling us the martial arts of Li Shimin and Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty and the famous "Reign of Zhenguan" at that time, telling the story of this wise king. I seemed to see those lifelike courtiers and generals painted on the walls of Lingyan Pavilion after the death of Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty, such as Fang, Du Ruhui, Cheng, and Li Jing.

At the end of the road is the famous Big Wild Goose Pagoda. It is the place where Tang Sanzang translated the Tianzhu Sutra, explained the doubts and lectured on the Sutra, and where he stored his relics. I vaguely saw Master Tripitaka climbing over mountains and ridges and wading through rivers in "The Record of the Western Regions of the Tang Dynasty" with firm faith. Although there is no Sun Xingzhe who can conquer demons and monsters, no naive Zhu Bajie, and no taciturn Sha Seng, he has no hesitation and moves forward bravely. What he left behind was not only thick Buddhist scriptures and precious information introducing the local customs and customs along the way, but also his persistent spirit of facing difficulties and daring to succeed.

Because it was already eight or nine o'clock in the evening, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda was closed for guests, and we were locked out. However, we have already experienced the charm of "Asia's No. 1 Musical Fountain". Following the melody of the music, the cheerful spring water dances with the cooperation of light and electricity.

The whole process took less than half an hour, as if to tell foreign tourists that Xi'an is full of vitality and vitality, and the people of Xi'an are positive and progressive.

The next day, due to weather conditions, we scheduled our operation at night. This time, our purpose was more clear, which was to “sneak into” Huimin Street in the dark night to taste local specialties.

After getting off the subway line 2, we walked along the clock tower. After passing the bustling crowd and a group of peach blossom-like outdoor scenes, I climbed up the steps and saw the bell tower not far away. It is like an old man who has traveled through thousands of years, welcoming guests with open arms. It's like a graceful dancer taking off her sleeves to dance. As we walked, it got closer and closer. Seeing such a beautiful scenery, everyone took out their mobile phones to take photos with it, and I looked more and more beautiful on the phone.

Say goodbye to the bell tower. We passed the Drum Tower and were getting closer to our destination. Muslim Street is a very lively place, full of shops and people everywhere. The guys in the store are busy and the air is filled with the aroma of various delicacies. Different cries can be heard everywhere, shouting for mutton kebabs here, peanut cakes and Fuping Guo Qiongtang there.

What everyone wants to eat is the authentic Shaanxi cold noodles and mutton steamed buns. Strangely enough, those of us who should be hungry did not feel hungry or tired after walking for so long. In order to enjoy the delicious food, everyone keeps their stomachs full, so wherever they go, several people order a bowl. For example, there were two bowls of mutton steamed buns for seven of us.

Looking at us, the guys in the store smiled. After eating the steamed buns, we went to Shaanxi No. 13 Ice Cream Shop. The ice cream here is a lotus leaf-shaped cone with ice balls of various flavors on top. What fascinates me is the unique shape here, just like Yuanjia Village yesterday, except that there is an extra grain truck and a few sacks of wheat, which are said to be grown in Guanzhong. In my hand, these wheat grains are full.

After eating, we continued shopping in Muslim Street and saw many local products. As a result, everyone stopped to buy Shaanxi specialties for relatives and friends. I am no exception. I bought four things including dragon beard cakes, terracotta warriors and horses sculpture keychains, Shaanxi scenery bookmarks, and small bags made of straw by folk artists. Everyone came back with a full meal. In the evening, we continued to take photos with the clock tower.

On the afternoon of the third day, we went to the Terracotta Warriors and Horses and Huaqing Pool for a long time.

When it comes to Shaanxi, you will think of Xian. When it comes to Xi'an, you will think of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses. We started from the West Market, along the "Presidential Avenue", and after two or three hours' drive, we arrived at our destination - Qin Shihuang Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum in Yangjia Village, Lintong County.

It was the first time I was shocked by how big this place is. To the east is the Qinling Mountains, with lush vegetation. The buildings in the museum are antique, and the plaques have texts from that time written on them. Under the guidance of a tour guide. We entered the museum and visited the three exhibition halls one by one. The hall is lined with terracotta warriors and unearthed cultural relics. Every soldier statue is so lifelike, and every cultural relic is still so exquisite. Back in the day, the First Emperor dominated the world and swallowed mountains and rivers.

We also saw Qin Tu, a national third-level cultural relic. When I heard that it was harder than today's reinforced concrete, I thought it was a good bulletproof vest and invulnerable. If Qin Shihuang was a tyrant, it would be a great historical progress for him to be buried with terracotta warriors and horses. At the same time, he unified weights and measures and unified writing, laying a good foundation for the economic and social development of later generations.

During the tour, I gradually felt proud of the ancient working people, who used their smart sweat and hard-working hands to create many world firsts, especially during the Qin and Han Dynasties. After thousands of years of history, I seem to taste the taste of the Qin, Huang, Han and Wu dynasties, like a cup of strong tea, rich and historical Mika.

After visiting the Terracotta Warriors and Horses, we continued to visit Huaqing Pool by car.

Come to Huaqing Pool, where the emperors of the Tang Dynasty bathed and where events in the modern West took place. Here, I saw three tokens of love given to Concubine Yang by Emperor Ming of the Tang Dynasty (Hibiscus Jade Bracelet, Begonia Tangchi, and Palace). These witnessed the Tang Dynasty's "Three Thousand Favored Concubine Yang". I seemed to see Du Mu reciting "Passing Huaqing Palace" and heard the silver bell-like laughter of Huaqing Palace. Here I saw the bullet holes left by the West Incident.

All these prove that under the tense situation at that time, Zhang Yang's two generals were resolute for the sake of national justice.

With the end of the trip to Huaqing Pool, my trip to the West is also over. Although it was only three days this time, it left a deep impression on me. At night, while hugging the ancient city wall, I thought: If I have the chance, I would like to go to the west again and continue to see the changes in this city. With the implementation of the “Belt and Road” national strategy, this ancient city will once again be full of vitality and become an important node city on the “New Silk Road”.