Shaanxi Provincial TV Tower, Xian (must see)
The Shaanxi Provincial TV Tower is a tall structure used for communication and broadcasting signals, located in the southern outskirts of Xi'an. It was established in 1987 and stands at a height of 245 meters (804 feet). This tower is constructed entirely from concrete and serves as a telecommunications tower. Interestingly, local residents sometimes use it as a platform for parachute jumping. It holds the distinction of being the tallest building in the city.
The Shaanxi Provincial TV Tower has evolved into a notable attraction in Xi'an. It features a large LED screen known as the "Light of the West," which enhances the tower's beauty, blending both the historical significance and contemporary appeal of the ancient city.
In October 2011, the renovated "Light of the West" was officially opened to tourists, transforming it into a new tourist destination offering urban sightseeing, shopping, dining, entertainment, exhibitions, and other services. When visiting the "Light of the West," you can enjoy daytime views of the tower's impressive structure and admire its majestic presence. At night, the tower takes on a captivating appearance with a "sapphire" glow embedded in the western sky, creating a bright and captivating spectacle.
The Shaanxi Provincial TV Tower has evolved into a notable attraction in Xi'an. It features a large LED screen known as the "Light of the West," which enhances the tower's beauty, blending both the historical significance and contemporary appeal of the ancient city.
In October 2011, the renovated "Light of the West" was officially opened to tourists, transforming it into a new tourist destination offering urban sightseeing, shopping, dining, entertainment, exhibitions, and other services. When visiting the "Light of the West," you can enjoy daytime views of the tower's impressive structure and admire its majestic presence. At night, the tower takes on a captivating appearance with a "sapphire" glow embedded in the western sky, creating a bright and captivating spectacle.
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Sight Name: Shaanxi Provincial TV Tower
Sight Location: Xian, China (See walking tours in Xian)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Xian, China (See walking tours in Xian)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Walking Tours in Xian, China
Create Your Own Walk in Xian
Creating your own self-guided walk in Xian is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Xian Introduction Walking Tour
Xian became a cultural and political center of China in the 11th century BC and was the capital city of eleven imperial Chinese dynasties.
For a western comparison, Xian closely resembles Rome. At the beginning of the first millennium, there were two major powers sitting at the ends of the civilized world, the Roman Empire in the west and the Han Dynasty in the east, each commanding roughly the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.4 Km or 2.7 Miles
For a western comparison, Xian closely resembles Rome. At the beginning of the first millennium, there were two major powers sitting at the ends of the civilized world, the Roman Empire in the west and the Han Dynasty in the east, each commanding roughly the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.4 Km or 2.7 Miles
Shopping Streets Tour
Back in the day, Xian was the starting point of the ancient Silk Road. Foreign traders used to come here to procure local merchandise such as tea, silk, and porcelain that were in high demand internationally throughout centuries.
In recent years, although the commercial center in China has shifted to the coastline area, Xian remains a major destination for quality shopping, especially when it... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
In recent years, although the commercial center in China has shifted to the coastline area, Xian remains a major destination for quality shopping, especially when it... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Historical Religious Sites
A melting pot of different cultures and faiths, Xian, once the start of the historical Silk Road, for centuries had seen traders from far and wide come to do business. Many a foreigner eventually settled in Xian, bringing along their cuisine, customs, and religious practices. Hence the number of pagodas, Buddhist and Taoist temples, as well as mosques found in the city, some of which trace back... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles