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Xi'an's history is as old as China's itself. The Xi'an area was the center of power of the very earliest Chinese dynasties, and when it reached the height of its glory in the 9th century AD, Xi'an (then called Chang'an) was one of the greatest cities in the world. Read More>>
Nested between rivers and mountains, Xi'an is located in fertile land in the central Guanzhong Plain. Situated at 107°40' E and 33°39' N, the city enjoys a climate free of extremes. The most pleasant season in the city is spring (March – May) and... Read More>>
Xi'an covers a total area of 10,108 sq km, of which 1,256 sq km is urban area. In 2006, Xi' an's urban population was 5.105 million and the population of the prefecture was 8.23 million. The city is known for its diverse population: there are 46... Read More>>
? 3.72 million (urban) – 4.51 million (rural) (2006)? GDP: RMB 145 billion (2006) ? Per Capita Disposable Income of Urban Residents: RMB 10,905 (2006) Read More>>
