Xi Bei Region (Nth West China inc Xingjiang)

The city of Xian and its surrounds has recorded settlements dating back 6.000 years. The Zhou people established their capital here. During Xian's history there it has placed host to many Dynasty's it is because of the Dynasty's that Xian is so famous for it's Terracotta Warriors.

Xinjiang is China's largest province and covers about 16% of land mass. It has vast deserts to the mountains. Xinjiang can trace its origins back to 73AD and during its long and turbulent history many Dynasty's have left an impression of this multicultural region.

Jaiyuguan was an Han outpost. During the Ming Dynasty a fortress was built and included in the fortress wall was the Great Wall. It was considered the most Western point of the China.
Do's and Dont's:
Should you be invited to a Chinese home for a meal it is polite to take a gift. Flowers and chocolates are acceptable, however should you take something imported you would be widely respected and win (should it be for business) the deal or at least points in your favour.

When offering a cigarette do so with the packet open, do not hand over a single cigarette. For business purposes to give you counter part the entire pack would be most favourable.

Use both hands when presenting paper to another person in China. This shows respect.

The climate in China is so often varied. It experiences extreme cold during winter and the unbearably hot during summer, the warmest regions being in the south. During summer you can experience heavy down pours.