The Latest Breaking News from Xian

China unveils 350-kmph Xi'an-Shiyan bullet train, cuts travel time from over six hours to one

China has launched the Xi'an-Shiyan high-speed railway, a crucial link connecting central and western regions. This 257-km line, designed for 350 kmph, significantly cuts travel times, reducing the Xi'an-Wuhan journey to under three hours. Engineered through challenging mountainous terrain, the project aims to boost trade, tourism, and industrial growth, particularly…

The Economic Times · Jul 1

This Traveler Captured China’s Many Contrasts In 33 Photos

From sharing drinks with strangers in Beijing to breakfast overlooking Chomolungma, these photographs document a journey shaped as much by unexpected encounters as by iconic landmarks.

Bored Panda · Jun 29

World's largest air purifier: Inside China's 20-storey tower designed to clean 10 million cubic metres of air a day

A colossal air purification tower in China, standing over 100 meters tall, has shown promising results in tackling smog. Researchers reported a 15% reduction in harmful PM2.5 particles across a 10-square-kilometer area during 2018 tests. This solar-powered giant, the world's largest of its kind, offers hope for cleaner air in…

The Economic Times · Jun 18

China’s Xi hosts Central Asia summit as Russian influence wanes

The leaders of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan are in Xian for a two-day meeting.

Al Jazeera · May 18, 2023

Central Asia forges ties with China as Xi touts 'enduring' friendship

Central Asian heads of state converged in China's historic city of Xian on Thursday for one-on-ones with Chinese leader Xi Jinping to seal pledges of "enduring" friendship, paving the way for a summit expected to result in a regional pact with Beijing.

Reuters · May 18, 2023

China looks to strengthen ties in Russia's Central Asian backyard

XIAN, China -China will for the first time host an in-person summit of central Asian leaders this week, seeking to cement ties in a region seen as Russia's backyard as its relations with the West sour.

Reuters · May 17, 2023

China travel guide: Everything you need to know

This Asian super-power could take a lifetime – or several – to explore. Here’s our guide to help plan your next trip

The Independent UK · Nov 22, 2022

China locks down parts of Xi’an as Covid Zero curbs ripple

BEIJING: China locked down parts of the central metropolis of Xi’an, confining some of the city’s 13 million people to their homes for at least a week, and other major hubs are rolling out virus restrictions in a reinforcement of the country’s commitment to Covid Zero.

The Times of India · Oct 21, 2022

Fresh Covid Outbreaks Put Millions Under Lockdown in China

Tens of millions of people were under lockdown in China on Wednesday as businesses in a major tourist city were forced to shut their doors and fresh clusters sparked fears of a return to blanket restrictions. Health authorities reported over 300 infections Wednesday, with clusters found in the historic northern…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 6, 2022

China's Xian imposes temporary, partial lockdown to fight Omicron flare-up

The northwestern Chinese city of Xian said on Friday it will temporarily impose a partial lockdown to reduce its 13 million residents' movement, after reporting dozens of COVID-19 infections this month, as China fights a record wave of cases.

Reuters · Apr 15, 2022