Huaqing Palace Theater

Huaqing Palace Theater is a world-class performance venue situated within the historic Huaqing Palace complex at the foot of Mount Li in Xi'an. This theater presents the spectacular Tang Dynasty Song and Dance Show which recreates the glorious cultural heritage of the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD) when Xi'an known as Chang'an was the capital of China and one of the largest cities in the world. The theater itself is an architectural masterpiece that blends traditional Chinese design with modern stage technology. The performance tells the legendary love story between Emperor Xuanzong and his favorite concubine Yang Guifei set against the backdrop of the magnificent Huaqing Palace which was originally built as an imperial hot spring resort during the Tang Dynasty. The show features over 200 performers in exquisite Tang Dynasty costumes accompanied by traditional Chinese music and breathtaking stage effects. The theater's location within the actual historical site adds an authentic atmosphere that transports audiences back to the golden age of Chinese civilization.