Stories from Xi'an · China

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Major tourist attractions are extending operating hours and improving services to optimize the visitor experience during the holiday period. During the May Day holiday, major scenic spots in Xi'an, Shanxi, experienced peak visitor numbers.

To manage large visitor flows during the May Day holiday, the Qin Shi Huang Mausoleum Museum increased its daily capacity from 65,000 to 75,000 visitors and extended operating hours by two hours.

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The Xi'an Museum has increased its daily visitor quota to manage holiday crowds. Multiple museums and major scenic areas in Xi'an have announced adjusted operating schedules for the upcoming May Day holiday from May 1 to May 5. The institutions are extending their opening hours to accommodate the expected peak in tourist traffic. These measures aim to optimize the travel experience during the holiday period. The measures include extending opening hours, increasing daily visitor limits, and relaxing certain visitation restrictions. The announcement was reported by Yan Xingguang. The Xi'an museum is increasing its daily visitor capacity from 65,000 to 75,000 people. Popular cultural and tourism sites in Xi'an are extending their daily opening hours to accommodate holiday demand.