Xi'an City Wall Wen Chang Gate

Wenchang Gate is a relatively modern entry point in the massive, blue-gray brick fortification that encircles the historic center of Xi'an. While the main Xi'an City Wall dates back to the Ming Dynasty in the late fourteenth century, this specific gate was added to the wall's perimeter during the twentieth century to accommodate urban traffic. You can identify the gate by the classic, quiet aesthetic of its surroundings, which are often quieter and less crowded than the grand, ornate South Gate nearby.