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"Check-in at Huaqing Palace: Every Step a Scenery, Unveiling Ancient and Modern Legends"

🌟Locals' Secret Guide! Visiting Xi'an without Huaqing Palace ≈ A wasted trip!! As the "most luxurious imperial retreat" of the Tang Dynasty, Huaqing Palace's beauty is beyond what a phone camera can capture! Nestled against Mount Li to the south and overlooking the Wei River to the north, every step feels like a journey back to the golden age of the Tang Dynasty. Here’s my insider guide to avoiding crowds and capturing stunning photos📸 🔍【Must-Visit Spots】 1️⃣ Feishuang Hall by Jiulong Lake: Symmetrical Tang-style architecture reflected on the lake—a paradise for Hanfu lovers! Wear light-colored outfits for effortlessly picturesque shots. 2️⃣ Wangjing Gate at Changsheng Hall: Witness to Emperor Xuanzong and Yang Guifei’s love story, with Mount Li as the backdrop and a breathtaking layered view of the lake. 3️⃣ Tang Imperial Hot Spring Ruins: Yang Guifei’s personal "Begonia Pool"! Marvel at the millennia-old mist rising from the bluestone bath. 4️⃣ Lishan Sunset Pavilion: Take the cable car to the summit for panoramic views of the "Eight Scenic Views of Guanzhong." A telephoto lens at sunset works magic! 🚶♀️【Recommended Route】 Morning: Jinyang Gate → Tang Imperial Hot Spring Ruins → Jiulong Lake (for classic Tang-style photos) Afternoon: Cable car up Mount Li → Beacon Tower → Military Remonstrance Pavilion (for sweeping vistas) Evening: Watch *The Song of Everlasting Sorrow* performance (night show’s lighting is tear-jerkingly beautiful! Book tickets 2 weeks ahead). ⚠️【Pro Tips】 🎫 Tickets: ¥120 (includes Mount Li), half-price for students (bring ID) 🚇 Transport: Exit at Huaqingchi Station C, Metro Line 9—3-minute walk to the entrance 📸 Photography: Softest light before 9 AM or after 4 PM; Hanfu elevates your photos 🍜 Food: Don’t miss the crispy, juicy "Gourd Chicken" at the Imperial Cuisine Hall inside! 💡Hidden Gems: ▪️ Catch the immersive *12·12 Xi’an Incident* live show at Yaoguang Pavilion at 15:00 (utterly gripping!) ▪️ Stay overnight at Huaqing Imperial Hot Spring Hotel to soak in Yang Guifei’s favorite springs ♨️ Skip just crowding at the Terracotta Army! Bookmark this guide to unlock Xi’an’s alternative charm~
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Posted: Jun 18, 2025
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