Artists perform during the opening ceremony of the 10th Qinqiang Opera Art Festival in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, Nov. 1, 2024.

Xi'an, also known as Chang'an in ancient times, has a history stretching back over 3,100 years. Boasting world-famous sites such as the Terracotta Warriors, Xi'an served as the capital for 13 dynasties over the course of China's history.

Today, tradition and modernity are intertwined in Xi'an, and its history is embedded within the hustle and bustle of urban life. (Xinhua/Zou Jingyi)