Huaqing Palace brings Tang culture to life

During the May Day holiday, Huaqing Palace in Xi'an, Shaanxi Province—one of China's most popular tourist destinations—transformed into a vibrant showcase of "China-Chic in the flourishing Tang Dynasty".

By incorporating Tang-style costumes, traditional rituals, and immersive performances, frontline staff brought the thousand-year-old royal garden to life—seamlessly blending historical richness with modern cultural and tourism trends. The site has become a must-visit destination for tourists nationwide to experience the elegance and charm of the prosperous Tang Dynasty.

During the holiday, the site not only introduced innovative cultural tourism offerings, but focused on creating emotionally resonant experiences for visitors.

At the Furong Lake, highlights included poetic encounters by the lakeside, where actors portrayed Tang poets Bai Juyi and Li Guinian, and performances like "Falling into Kucha" and "Colorful Sculpture of Nishang", which captured the opulence of the Tang era through dance.

Interactive shows such as "Tang Palace Hundred Plays", "Thousand Banners of the Prosperous Tang Dance", and "Chang'an Song Tour" invited visitors to move beyond observation and become active participants in this immersive cultural journey—bringing new emotional depth and multi-dimensional experiences to traditional sightseeing.

Centered on Tang Dynasty culture, Huaqing Palace vividly revived the spirit of the era through immersive scene recreations and cultural interactions. A variety of innovative tourism experiences and emotionally resonant activities were launched, offering visitors new ways to engage with history. These interactive offerings have drawn tourists globally, making the site a dynamic fusion of heritage and modern appeal.