For those travelling to the Republic of China in search of an authentic Chinese experience, the capital city of Shaanxi Province, Xi’an is a marvellous option. Not only does it provide its visitors with the opportunity to reside in comfortable and luxurious hotels such as Citadines Gaoxin Xi’an and much more, it also offers them the option of experiencing the multitude of cultural shows in the Province.

While residing in Xian Serviced Apartments, tourists can enjoy the Xi’an ancient style march which is a ceremony that takes into account, and has designed the show, around the City Wall. As the darkness of the night falls upon the city of Xi’an, the City Wall finds itself lit up by neon lights for forty kilometres that make a spectacular sight from afar for the lights are designed to look like a golden dragon. During the Ceremony, the guests are welcomed by the hosts by passing a golden key, which symbolises the opening of the City Wall Gate, and then the guests pass through a suspension bridge, enter through the gate and climb the City Wall. This particular cultural event concludes with dozens of red lanterns released into the sky. The Xi’an City Wall New Year Lantern Festival also incorporates lanterns and has, as of late, due to tourist demand and local interest, become a Spring Festival of importance. The Spring Festival Fair coincides with the New Year Lantern Festival and includes numerous activities such as lantern puzzles, spring festival scrolls, folk performances by the locals and, of course, delectable local street food.

A relatively new cultural show that tourists will have the fortune of witnessing is the Motorcade Parade of the Thirteen Dynasties of the Ancient Capital, which was designed by those responsible for the Closing Ceremony of the Beijing Olympics. The Motorcade Parade includes a stunning display of lights, costumes and art and is a beloved attraction in Xi’an.

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