Xi'an is one of the oldest cities in China, with more than 3,000 years of history and has served as the capital for over 13 dynasties. It’s situated in the central part of China. Xi'an is among the oldest of the world’s great cities and one of the most culturally rich. It is the country’s educational, research, and industrial centre. Since ancient times, Xi'an has been renowned for influencing other cities around the world. It is famous for its astounding ancient architecture and modern structures that stand side by side to complement each other. Some of the places that make it famous include the amazing Terracotta Warriors, Xi'an City Wall, Shaanxi History Museum, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, and Mount Huashan.

• According to the 2020 census, Xi'an had a population of 8,467,837. Compared to other cities in China, Xi'an is considered to be more diverse. When it comes to religious beliefs, Xi'an is known to be diverse as most people identify themselves as Buddhists, 
• Taoist, or follow folk religions. According to the data collected during the 2020 census, 80% of people in Xi'an identified themselves as Buddhists, 10% as Taoists, and 10% followed folk religions. 
• As one of the most diverse cities in the world, Xi'an houses over 8 million residents, who collectively speak several dialects, including Mandarin, Cantonese, and of course English. 
• The Terracotta Army in Xi'an is a collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of the first Emperor of China, making it a significant archaeological site. The Xi'an City Wall is the most preserved city wall in China and one of the largest ancient military defensive systems in the world.

Local government in Xi'an consists of a mayor, vice-mayors, and numerous bureaus responsible for different sectors of municipal administration. The People's Government of Xi'an is the governmental body that oversees the administration of Xi'an, which includes the rural counties, districts in the city, and the urban area. The mayor of Xi'an is the highest-ranking official in the People's Government of Xi'an. The mayor is responsible for all aspects of the city's administration and is elected by the Xi'an People's Congress, the city's legislature.

Xi'an has always been a commercial city and today enjoys the status of having one of the largest city economies in China. The city thrives in trade and commerce and has a vibrant culture seeped in commerce. It has a GDP of over 938 billion Yuan, which is about 1.07 percent of China's total GDP. The size of its economy is larger than that of several European nations. The city is a hub for the aerospace industry, software industry, and research and development industry.

The city of Xi'an has made significant strides in upgrading its infrastructure to meet the needs of its growing population and economy. The city's infrastructure includes a comprehensive transportation system with a network of highways, railways, and an international airport. The city also has a well-developed public transportation system, which includes buses and a metro system. The city's infrastructure also includes a range of public facilities, such as schools, hospitals, parks, and cultural centres. The city government continues to invest in infrastructure development to support the city's growth and development.