Located 30 kilometers east of Xi’an and adjacent to the Terracotta Warriors (the “Eighth Wonder of the World”), Huaqing Palace is a crown jewel of Chinese cultural heritage. Recognized as one of China’s first 5A-rated tourist attractions, a National Key Scenic Area, a Major Historical and Cultural Site Protected at the National Level, and a National Cultural Industry Demonstration Base, it has served as a royal retreat for emperors of the Zhou, Qin, Han, Sui, and Tang dynasties.
Why It’s Iconic
Timeless Hot Springs: Revered for its geothermal springs, used by emperors and concubines for millennia.
Legends & History: From the legendary “Beacon Fire Fooling the Lords” (a pivotal ancient tale) to the tragic romance of Emperor Xuanzong and Yang Guifei, and the pivotal Xi’an Incident (1936) that reshaped modern China.
Architectural Wonders: Explore the Tang Imperial Hot Spring Ruins Museum, the Five-Room Hall (Xi’an Incident site), serene lakes like Jiulong Lake and Furong Lake, and grand halls such as Feishuang Hall and Longevity Hall.
Mount Li (Lishan) Integration
Rising 1,302 meters, Mount Li boasts sacred temples like Laomu Hall, historic sites like the Military Remonstration Pavilion, and the breathtaking ”Sunset Glow on Lishan”—one of the legendary Eight Great Scenic Views of the Guanzhong Plain.
