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Study Chinese in Xi\u2019an – Index<\/h3>\n
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  1. Pros of Studying Chinese in Xi\u2019an<\/a><\/li>\n
  2. Cons of Studying Chinese in Xi\u2019an<\/a><\/li>\n
  3. Private schools in Xi\u2019an<\/a><\/li>\n
  4. The Best Universities for Studying Chinese in Xi\u2019an<\/a><\/li>\n
  5. Get a free quote to study Chinese in China<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n

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    Xi\u2019an is a historical and big city<\/a> that served as China\u2019s capital. Located in the middle parts of China, Xi\u2019an has a history of thousands of years and one of the country\u2019s best cuisines, at least from my point of view. <\/p>\n

    Xi\u2019an is not as popular as Beijing and Shanghai when foreigners decide to enroll in Chinese language programs overseas<\/a>. Simply put, there\u2019s less commercial activity and Xi\u2019an gets less attention overall. <\/p>\n

    Having said that, it can be a great option if you want to travel to China and save costs at the same time. In this article, I list the pros and cons of living in Xi\u2019an, which private Chinese language schools you should have a look at, and the best universities for Chinese language studies. Let\u2019s start and have a look at the pros of living in Xi\u2019an. <\/p>\n

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    Pros of Studying Chinese in Xi\u2019an<\/h2>\n

    Of course, there are both pros and cons that you should beware of before moving to a new place. Below, I will start and list the pros of living in Xi\u2019an.<\/p>\n

    It\u2019s cheap<\/h3>\n

    Maybe most importantly, Xi\u2019an is significantly cheaper compared to the bigger cities such as Shanghai, Beijing, and Shenzhen. According to Numbeo, meals cost 20 RMB in inexpensive restaurants, a difference of -40% to that of Shanghai. <\/p>\n

    Groceries are way cheaper as well at the same time as rents are 66% to 80% (!) lower compared to Shanghai. Even if Shanghai is the most expensive city in China, I think this is self-explanatory.<\/p>\n

    Of course, tuition is cheaper too (something that we\u2019ll review in greater detail later). This can be beneficial for students who apply for student loans and are on restrained budgets. <\/p>\n

    The food is great<\/h3>\n

    Xi\u2019an is famous for its oily, spicy, and flavorful food. Xi\u2019an was the first place were Muslims settled in China, so the cuisine has influences from the Middle East. <\/p>\n

    One of my favorite dishes is Rou Jia Mo (invented by the Han Chinese), which is a juicy and Chinese style hamburger. The hamburger has a lot of seasoning and the meat kind of resembles \u201cpulled beef\u201d.<\/p>\n

    Other dishes that you should try out include flatbread in mutton soup (yangrou paomo), Kebab (Kabob), Cold noodles (Liangpi), Biang Biang noodles, and Soupy dumplings (Tang Bao). <\/p>\n

    Xi\u2019an dishes often include salt, cumin, chili, vinegar, chili oil, sesame, cilantro, and garlic.<\/p>\n

    It has a lot of history<\/h3>\n

    Xian is by far one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world. With a history of 6,000 years, Xi\u2019an was the starting point of the Silk Road and has served as the capital of countries for 1,200 years.<\/p>\n

    It\u2019s the home of numerous temples, relics, and ancient sites. The Terracotta Army is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was constructed 145 – 90 BCE. Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China, was the mastermind behind the creation of this army of stone soldiers, which guards his Mausoleum. <\/p>\n

    Up until today\u2019s date, archaeologists haven\u2019t excavated the tomb of the first emperor of China, but continue to excavate the areas around the tomb. With 8,000 soldiers, 130 chariots with 520 horses, and 150 cavalry horses, the Terracotta Army is one of the most spectacular human-creations in the world. <\/p>\n

    Less foreigners than the bigger cities<\/h3>\n

    Fewer foreigners are living in Xi\u2019an compared to the bigger cities in China. As the chances of coming across foreigners are lower and locals are less influenced by foreign cultures, you\u2019ll probably speak more Mandarin in Xi\u2019an compared to cities like Shanghai and Beijing.<\/p>\n

    This can be both an advantage and drawback, of course, depending on your goals and needs. <\/p>\n

    It has a good geographical position<\/h3>\n

    Xi\u2019an is located in the middle of China and bordering or close to provinces and cities like Sichuan<\/a>, Gansu, Inner Mongolia, and Chongqing. Thus, it has a preferable location if you wish to travel during your studies. <\/p>\n

    Cons of Studying Chinese in Xi\u2019an<\/h2>\n

    Below I\u2019ve listed some cons of studying Chinese in Xi\u2019an. If you have other opinions, feel free to share a comment below!<\/p>\n

    They speak a local dialect<\/h3>\n

    People in Xi\u2019an speak the Guanzhong dialect, which is part of the Sino-Tibetan language family. Some people, especially elders, are not capable of speaking Mandarin from time to time. <\/p>\n

    However, this is a quite common issue in China and there are a few places where locals speak Putonghua or a dialect similar to that. Shanghainese, for example, is completely different from Putonghua, even if most people can speak it.<\/p>\n

    Less bustling than Shanghai, Beijing, and Chengdu<\/h3>\n

    Despite being one of the biggest cities in China with almost 13 million people, Xi\u2019an doesn\u2019t have as many bar areas and clubs as Beijing and Shanghai. Simply put, the city is less bustling and doesn\u2019t have a vibrant atmosphere as the Tier 1 cities.<\/p>\n

    Private schools in Xi\u2019an<\/h2>\n

    Note: Although we only accept schools that have a good reputation, this list of private schools is a sponsored listing:<\/em><\/p>\n

    LTL Mandarin School<\/h3>\n

    \"LTL-school\" LTL Mandarin School<\/a><\/strong> is a Chinese school for foreigners, with schools in Beijing, Shanghai, Chengde, Taipei, Beihai and now Xi’an. LTL was created to ensure students a completely immersive experience into the Chinese language and culture. With a wide range of study programs, the school offers each student the opportunity to achieve their goals through lessons in small groups, individual, business Chinese lessons, internships, school trips, high school programs, preparation courses for HSK and more. LTL is also one of the centers authorized by HSK and monthly offers the possibility to take the exams from the 1st to the 6th level.<\/p>\n

    The Best Universities for Studying Chinese in Xi\u2019an<\/h2>\n

    Below you can find some of the best universities offering Chinese language courses and programs.<\/p>\n

    Xian Jiaotong University (XJTU)<\/h3>\n

    Founded in 1896, Xi’an Jiaotong University<\/a> is one of the oldest and the best universities in China, according to the rankings. Being a C9 League university, XJTU has 32,000 students that enroll in programs in different faculties and departments, including: <\/p>\n