The Eight Wonders of the Ancient World, Xian (must see)
Nestled at the base of the scenic Lintonglishan Mountain in China, the Eight Wonders of the Ancient World Museum in Xian stands as a testament to the grandeur and intricacy of ancient civilizations. Officially opened in 1995, this impressive theme park was the brainchild of a visionary Chinese entrepreneur, marking it as a distinctive commercial venture in the realm of cultural preservation and presentation.
Designed as a large-scale indoor art gallery, the museum showcases meticulously reconstructed historic monuments, drawing from a wealth of historical materials. Its collections are not only rich in variety but are also thoughtfully and organically connected, providing visitors with a comprehensive view of the ancient world's architectural marvels.
The gallery itself is a spectacle of magnificence and grandeur, encapsulating the classical architectural styles of Ancient Mesopotamia and the ancient Qin Dynasty, renowned for its contributions to the Yellow River civilization. By housing vivid and accurate reproductions of the original seven wonders of the ancient world, along with an additional wonder reflective of the Qin Dynasty art style, the museum offers a unique journey through time.
Visitors to the Eight Wonders Museum are invited to immerse themselves in the splendor of ancient cultures, gaining a deeper understanding of the resplendent and diverse heritage of mankind. This museum is not just a gateway to the past; it's a bridge connecting the historical achievements of human civilization with the modern world, offering an enriching and enlightening experience for all who step through its doors.
Designed as a large-scale indoor art gallery, the museum showcases meticulously reconstructed historic monuments, drawing from a wealth of historical materials. Its collections are not only rich in variety but are also thoughtfully and organically connected, providing visitors with a comprehensive view of the ancient world's architectural marvels.
The gallery itself is a spectacle of magnificence and grandeur, encapsulating the classical architectural styles of Ancient Mesopotamia and the ancient Qin Dynasty, renowned for its contributions to the Yellow River civilization. By housing vivid and accurate reproductions of the original seven wonders of the ancient world, along with an additional wonder reflective of the Qin Dynasty art style, the museum offers a unique journey through time.
Visitors to the Eight Wonders Museum are invited to immerse themselves in the splendor of ancient cultures, gaining a deeper understanding of the resplendent and diverse heritage of mankind. This museum is not just a gateway to the past; it's a bridge connecting the historical achievements of human civilization with the modern world, offering an enriching and enlightening experience for all who step through its doors.
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The Eight Wonders of the Ancient World on Map
Sight Name: The Eight Wonders of the Ancient World
Sight Location: Xian, China (See walking tours in Xian)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Sight Location: Xian, China (See walking tours in Xian)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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.
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
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