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Xi'an Religions Tour

5.0 (3 reviews) 4–5 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

Xi’an is a city with a history over 3,000 years and capital of 13 different dynasties. As the starting point of the world famous Silk Road, it’s also once the center of the world, both of culture and trade. People from east and west came to Xi’an with their goods, foods, culture and religions.

Temples of various religions were dotted in Chang’an (today’s Xi’an), stories of persistent and dauntless monks and missionaries who traveled all the way to other parts of the world have been told for centuries.

This tour will give you a chance to approach yourself to these temples and diverse religions, meanwhile to get some insight of today’s religious life.

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At a glance

Duration: 4–5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Xi'an Food Tour

Ages: Adults (18–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Public Transportation
Included: English-speaking Guide Service
Included: Entrance fee

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Meals

Itinerary

Xi'an Mosque

one hour Admission included

Xi’an Great Mosque is one of the oldest and the best preserved mosque in China. It was first built in 742 AD in the Tang Dynasty, shortly after the introduction of Islam into China by Silk Road. It is situated in the middle of a very busy area with only narrow lanes and bazaars amongst shabby buildings. With a gorgeous blend of Chinese architecture style and Islamic culture, it’s a main religious sites for Chinese Muslims in the communities around and a great place worthy for a visit.
Xi'an Town's God Temple

one hour Admission included

A famous Taoist temple with a history over 1,000 years. It’s a quaint temple of popular folk religion in Xi’an. Situated in the center of downtown Xi’an with the famous Muslim Quarter right behind it, this temple is quiet and atmospheric. To explore this hidden religious world after being to some popular and crowded sites, and to linger around the surrounding Muslim community nearby, you will get a chance to learn something about Taoism, to take nice pictures and to gain a great insight into the locals daily/community life.
Temple of the Eight Immortals (Ba Xian An)

one hour Admission included

A famous Taoist temple with a history over 1,000 years. It’s a quaint temple of popular folk religion in Xi’an. Situated in the middle of an old district near the ancient city wall, this temple is quiet yet more atmospheric. Open markets of antiques and foods nearby show the earthly life of locals, with some Taoist fortune-tellers selling their skills. To explore this hidden religious world after being to some popular and crowded sites, you will get a chance to learn something about Taoism, to take nice pictures and to gain a great insight into the locals daily/community life.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Pickup points

Holiday Inn Express Xi'an Bell Tower by IHG
Home Inn Xi'an Zhonglou Luomashi Pedestrian Street
Home Inn Boutique Xi'an Zhonglou South Main Street Fen Alley
Jiahe Business Hotel
Home Inn (Xi'an Zhonggulou Square)
Datang Apartment Hotel
Rong Jiang International Hotel
Fangting Apartment
Campanile Xi'an Bell Tower Huimin Street
Home Inn (Xi'an Zhonglou North)
Hongtong Hotel
Fukang Inn

and 173 more pickup points

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.