Trips Places Foods Stories Newsletters

Take your next trip with Atlas Obscura!

Our small-group adventures are inspired by our Atlas of the world's most fascinating places, the stories behind them, and the people who bring them to life.

Visit Adventures
Trips Highlight
Central Asia yurt night stars
Uzbekistan • 15 days, 14 nights
Central Asia Road Trip: Backroads & Bazaars
from
A view of Brașov’s Old Town.
Romania • 12 days, 11 nights
Legends of Romania: Castles, Ruins & Culinary Delights
from
View all trips
Top Destinations
Latest Places
Most Popular Places Random Place Lists Itineraries
Add a Place
Download the App
Top Destinations
View All Destinations »

Countries

  • Australia
  • Canada
  • China
  • France
  • Germany
  • India
  • Italy
  • Japan

Cities

  • Amsterdam
  • Barcelona
  • Beijing
  • Berlin
  • Boston
  • Budapest
  • Chicago
  • London
  • Los Angeles
  • Mexico City
  • Montreal
  • Moscow
  • New Orleans
  • New York City
  • Paris
  • Philadelphia
  • Rome
  • San Francisco
  • Seattle
  • Stockholm
  • Tokyo
  • Toronto
  • Vienna
  • Washington, D.C.
Latest Places
View All Places »
The Eye of God at Newchurch in Pendle
St. Govor’s Well.
St. Govor’s Well
Shivsrushti
Pierced domes of Hammam Seffarine.
Hammam Seffarine
Latest Places to Eat & Drink
View All Places to Eat »
Cacio e pepe lasagna combines two classics.
C'è pasta... E pasta!
Spaghetto taratatà is named for the sound of rattling sabers.
Giano Restaurant
The gnocchi here get blanketed in a sugo with braised oxtail.
Cesare al Pellegrino
Romans insist you should feel the cracked peppercorns and cheese grains on your tongue.
Flavio al Velavevodetto
Tripe is fried to a crisp.
L’Osteria della Trippa
Recent Stories
All Stories Video Podcast
Most Recent Stories
View All Stories »
Rats didn’t take over the city by being foolhardy.
Do New York City Rats Deserve Their Bad Rap?
3 days ago
The Secret Gardens Saving the World’s Rarest Plants
4 days ago
Solo travel can be challenging and sometimes lonely, but it also often leads to the greatest adventures.
Dear Atlas: How Do I Unplug on a Solo Trip?
4 days ago
Museum of Friends
The Art in This Museum Was Donated for Free
4 days ago

No search results found for
“”

Make sure words are spelled correctly.

Try searching for a travel destination.

Places near me Random place

Popular Destinations

  • Paris
  • London
  • New York
  • Berlin
  • Rome
  • Los Angeles
Trips Places Foods Stories Newsletters
Sign In Join
All China Xian Shi

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Xian Shi

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Xian Shi, China

Updated March 4, 2021

Email
Attractions
Map
Leaderboards
Hotel Deals

Unusual Attractions in Xian Shi

Xian Shi, China

Huaqing Pools

These mountain hot springs have seen power struggles, doomed romances, and a generalissimo's attempted escape from mutiny.

Xian Shi, China

Xi'an City Walls

An ancient fortification lives on in this Chinese city.
The Great Mosque.

Xian Shi, China

Great Mosque of Xi'an

Although resembling a grand Buddhist temple, this structure is actually the largest mosque in China.
Are we missing something unusual?
Add it!

Xianyang, China

Chinese Pyramids of Xian

Enormous burial mounds of ancient emperors.
17 miles from Xian Shi
In partnership with KAYAK

Plan Your Trip

In partnership with GetYourGuide

Unforgettable Experiences Nearby

Explore Xian Shi, China

A
Architecture 2

Xian Shi Leaderboard

Places Added

  1. katielou106
    1
  2. EverestUndaunt
    1
  3. Fred Cherrygarden
    1
Join the Ranks!
Add an unusual place to Xian Shi.

Places Edited

  1. dacubsrule
    1
  2. Collector of Experiences
    1
  3. mikermnz
    1
  4. sumac
    1
  5. EverestUndaunt
    1
Join the Ranks!
Improve the Atlas with edits and photos.

Places Visited

  1. evansmid
    3
  2. smileme2you
    3
  3. rogue23jack
    3
  4. Eveline
    3
  5. tracym770
    3
Join the Ranks!
Visit a place in Xian Shi.

Recent Xian Shi Activity

  • whoopee00

    has been to Great Mosque of Xi'an

    14 days ago
  • richardian711

    wants to go to Huaqing Pools

    12 days ago
  • amyrluo

    wants to go to Xi'an City Walls

    10 days ago
  • cohenschneiderwedding

    wants to go to Huaqing Pools

    7 days ago
  • andrewhg1104

    has been to Huaqing Pools

    4 days ago

Become an Atlas Obscura Member

Join our community of curious explorers.

Learn More

Get Our Email Newsletter

Follow Us

Facebook YouTube TikTok Instagram Pinterest RSS Feed

Get the app

Download the App
Download on the Apple App Store Get it on Google Play
  • All Places
  • Latest Places
  • Most Popular
  • Places to Eat
  • Random
  • Nearby
  • Add a Place
  • Stories
  • Food & Drink
  • Itineraries
  • Lists
  • Video
  • Podcast
  • Newsletters
  • All Trips
  • Family Trip
  • Food & Drink
  • History & Culture
  • Wildlife & Nature
  • FAQ
  • Membership
  • Feedback & Ideas
  • Community Guidelines
  • Product Blog
  • Unique Gifts
  • Work With Us
  • About
  • FAQ
  • Advertise With Us
  • Advertising Guidelines
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Policy
  • Terms of Use
Atlas Obscura

© 2025 Atlas Obscura. All Rights Reserved.