A visit to the Terracotta Army is a must while in Xi'an. At this UNESCO World Heritage site, terracotta warriors and horses protect the tomb of emperor Qin Shi Huang, the first unifier of China. If you're looking for great views of the city, rent a bike and cycle along Xi'an city wall, built during the Ming dynasty. Once you're done, you will find an abundance of food and street snacks on every street corner. Or if you're feeling adventurous, consider climbing Mount Hua, one of China's five great mountains. For something more leisurely, stroll through Daming Palace, the former imperial residence of the Tang dynasty emperors, or check out Shaanxi history museum.

Our school is located in beautiful Yanta district, home to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and Tang Paradise park. Here, you will be spoiled for choice with beautiful gardens and the evening fountain show, excellent restaurants, cosy coffee shops and tea houses. Walk 10-minutes from here and you will arrive in Xiao Zhai, the trendy shopping area where young Xi'anese go to shop, eat and watch a movie. A quick subway or bicycle ride away and you will be inside the Xi'an city wall, where you have easy access to the Bell Tower, Drum Tower and South Gate area.

Xi'an is renowned for being home to some of the best food in China. From sizzling street food to dumpling banquets, Xi'an is a food-lover's paradise. When in Xi'an, try these local favourites: "Chinese hamburger" (rou jia mo), bread in lamb soup (yang rou pao mo), cool noodles (liang pi), and biang biang noodles.

For a taste of home, Xi'an offers western dining and fastfood, Thai, Indian, Japanese, Korean, and much more.