Xi'an - Terracotta Warriors

The warriors were a bit of a let down to be honest - just as impressive to see on the web or a
book. On reflection and looking back and at the images they were pretty impressive and if it really did happen (which in reality it most probably did) then the whole thing is amazing. (However the rest of my comments still hold true).

The whole thing is too geared up for the tourism side of things and it over shadows the reality and spectacle of the actual thing to be honest.

I even wondered whether the whole thing is in fact a hoax made up by the Chinese for tourism purposes!

We did however getting driven to a restuarant for some food (probably the driver's sister or friend) and had some excellent freshly made and cooked noodles (a speciality of the area). They tasted very much like fresh pasta in Europe. Pasta was in fact brought to Italy from China, although the Greek wouldn't believe that...... Look it up Chris.

Stayed in a top hotel last night night and visited the Muslim quarters for a cool night market and some top food.