Covering a historical period of more than 170 years, the stone steles at the Forest of Steles Museum (Beilin Museum) in the Xi’an City Wall, China are a must-visit. This is a themed museum showcasing the history of many dynasties through stone steles, inscribed tablets, epigraphs, and artistic stone sculptures. The tablets also provide a glimpse into the ancient Chinese lifestyle, the rich history, and religious beliefs. The museum is a treasure-trove for admirers of ancient seals and calligraphy. There is also a section displaying nearly 150 Buddhist stone-carved statues that range from the Wei Dynasty to the Song Dynasty reigns.
Other Things to See in Xi'an
Muslim Street |
Great Mosque of Xi'an |
Hanyang Mausoleum |
Shaanxi History Museum |
Banpo Museum |
Li Shan (Mount Li) |
Xi'an City Wall |
Xi'an Bell Tower and Drum Tower |
Terracotta Warriors |
Lintong Museum |
Huaqing Pool |
Famen Si (Famen Temple) |
Emperor Qin Shihuang's Tomb |
Big Wild Goose Pagoda |