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Xian Shi, China

Huaqing Pools

These mountain hot springs have seen power struggles, doomed romances, and a generalissimo's attempted escape from mutiny.

Xian Shi, China

Xi'an City Walls

An ancient fortification lives on in this Chinese city.

Xian Shi, China

Great Mosque of Xi'an

Although resembling a grand Buddhist temple, this structure is actually the largest mosque in China.

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Chinese Pyramids of Xian

Enormous burial mounds of ancient emperors.

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