Xi' an is the capital of Shanxi Province.It's also one of the most important cities in northwest China.
Xi'an was the capital of 12 dynasties.
It was the starting point of the “ Silk Road"
There are a lot of places of interest in Xi'an.
Xi'an is also a modern city.
Some satellites(卫星)and new types of plane are made here.I'm glad to hear that you want to travel to China. strongly recommend you travel in my hometown-Xi'an.