About Fortifications of Xi'an

Built to keep enemies away from the established Empire, the Fortifications of Xi’an represent one of the oldest military defensive systems and one of the best, preserved protection arrangements. Created as a symbol of a “Unified Country” and to maintain the Empire safe, Emperor Yuanzhang ensured to fortify the city with the strongest and highest wall. The Fortification was perfectly designed for soldiers to shoot their enemies while standing on the other side of the wall; supportive structures were built on the inner side of the wall preventing soldiers from falling off and to successfully sabotage the enemy’s plan to take over the city.

Must See

  • Architectural Buildings
  • Ming Dynasty
  • Bell Tower

How to reach

It is 2.7kms away from the city center.

You can reach there by Bus or Metro.

Bus: 

  • Take bus no.8, 22, 27, 29, 33, 37, 43, 45, 102, 203, 218, 235, 252, 300, 527, 602, 604, or 903…and arrive at East Gate Station.
  • Take bus no.4, 10, 15, 23, 31, 201, 205, 206, 215, 221, 222, 223, 300, 407, 504, 611 or 701…and arrive at West Gate Station.

Metro: 

  • Take metro line 2 to Yongningmen Station; bus no.6, 11, 12, 23, 46, 215, 239, 258, 600, 603, 608, 910, K600…and arrive at South Gate Station.
  • Take metro line 2 to Anyuanmen Station; bus no.6, 26, 28, 33, 37, 39, 117, 205, 208, 214, 229, 236, or 511…and arrive at North Gate Station.

Bus Fare: 20yuan

Metro Fare: 15yuan

Tips

  • Go for cycling at night to enjoy the lights.
  • Watch the sunset, plus the night lights It is simply gorgeous!
  • Come by 5:45 p.m or so to watch the beautiful sunset.
  • Bring small bills for the taxi and to buy water.
  • Take water and sunblock, there is nothing much around. You get drinks for sale at regular intervals.
  • A bicycle ride is ok but quite expensive, and the path is bumpy due to cobblestones. 
  • If you're struggling to find the entrance to climb the steps up to the wall, keep in mind that there may be no crosswalk. 

Visit Time

Sunday: Open 24 hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

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Waiting Time

It takes time for entrance as you will need to wait for security check

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

CNY 54 for adults.

CNY 27 for children between 1.2 and 1.4 meters (3.9 - 4.6 feet); free for children under 1.2 meters.

CNY 100 for a combo ticket of the wall and Forest of Stone Steles Museum.

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Time you can spend

5 to 6 hours

 

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Weather

Overcast Clouds 18.25°C

 

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