Xian is the connecting point between the western Region of China and the Middle Region of China both geographically and socially. She is the gateway and communication axis for western provinces. Because of its geographic and historic priority, Xian has become the number one distribution center and goods exchange place in the whole Northwest Region of China.

Besides, the rich historical culture treasure and advance arts and science resources have helped Xian seats top of the Six Ancient Capitals in China, as well as one of the four World Ancient Civilization Capitals.

Xian has formed a transportation network of air routes, railways and highways. Xian Civil Airline Service has opened 95 domestic airlines to 44 cities, two international airlines to Nagoya and Hiroshima in Japan and regional airlines to Hongkong and Macau.

Xian is powerful in terms of its scientific and technological strength, the comprehensive strength ranks second in China. Xian boasts 727 scientific research institutions, technical personnel constitute 26.4% of the total working staff in Xian. Currently, Xian has established "Xian High-Tech Developing Zone" at the state level, "Xian Economic Developing Zone" and "QuJiang Tourist Resort" at the provincial level.

Post symposium Tour on Oct. 23: Visiting Terra-cotta warriors and horses.