Oleh : By Elba Damhuri, Editor in Chief of Republika

REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, If you want to know about modern Chinese life 50 years ago, then come to Shanghai. There you will see extraordinary modernization, a sparkling economy, and the birth of billionaire figures of various ages.

If you want to see the last 500 years of Chinese civilization then go to Beijing. There you can see symbols of China's political splendor and unity. In Beijing, great Chinese figures were born and grew up who made this Panda country as successful as it is today.

And, if you want to witness Chinese life 3,000-5,000 years ago, come to Xi'an (Xian). The city of Xian in Shaanxi Province is one of the world's main tourist destinations, containing many historical relics from thousands of years ago.

The most phenomenal is the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum which is estimated to have been built 2,000 years ago. Symbols of togetherness, harmonization, tolerance, prosperity and glory clearly appear there.