Xi'an China First Impressions: Bell Tower, Muslim Quarter &

XI'AN CHINA First Impressions: Better Than Beijing? That is exactly what we wanted to find out on our very first day exploring China's ancient capital! Is Xi'an actually worth the hype, or does it fall short of cities like Beijing or Shanghai? Our first 24 hours here absolutely shocked us. <br><br> In this Xi'an China travel vlog, we hit the ground running to give you our raw, honest first impressions of this massive historic city. We explore the iconic central landmarks, checking out the gorgeous architecture of the Bell Tower of Xi'an and the Drum Tower, before diving headfirst into the famous Xi'an Muslim Quarter street food scene. <br><br> From tasting local legendary street food like Biangbiang noodles and Roujiamo (the famous Chinese burger) to wandering the vibrant night markets, Xi'an completely blew us away. Whether you are planning a China travel 2026 itinerary or just curious about what it's like to visit China today, this Xi'an travel guide covers everything you need to know for your first time.