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Explore Xian
With Ming-era city walls intact, vendors of all descriptions crowding the narrow lanes of the Muslim Quarter and enough places of interest to keep even the most diligent historian busy, Xi’an is a real mix of ancient and modern China.
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The City along the Silk Road
Xi'an is where the Silk Road ended in the East and is home to the famed army of terracotta soldiers that belonged to the first emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang. It is the city where old Chinese traditions meet a developing metropolis spectacularly. Whether you’re looking to dive deep into the language, explore the museums, experience street food culture or get out into the countryside, there could not be a better place for you to live.
Even in a big city like Xi’an, the cost of living is quite low. It’s possible to eat out every night, live in a western-style apartment and travel on weekends. If you like to cook at home, you can visit any of the markets for fresh fruits and vegetables or a grocery store for all goods.
Why Xi'an?
As China’s ancient capital, Xi’an boasts a multitude of tourist sites including the Terracotta Warriors, the Muslim Quarter and the Big Goose Pagoda
Taking inspiration from all over the country, Xi’an is famous for having one of the most diverse restaurant scenes in China
Located centrally in China, teachers can access all corners of the country from this national hub
The beautiful Hua mountain, just a one-hour journey out of the city, is one of China’s five sacred mountains
A growing expat community makes for good nightlife with a range of bars and clubs to choose from
A growing international airport continues to open routes all over Southeast Asia
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