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The word sian refers to a major city in central China that served as the capital for ancient empires, most notably the Qin dynasty. While it was once a common romanization, modern English texts have largely replaced it with the standard Pinyin spelling, Xi'an. This lesson explores the historical significance of the city as a terminus of the Silk Road and explains the differences between the Wade-Giles and Pinyin systems. You will also learn about the variant name Chang'an used during the Han and Tang dynasties. Watch this lesson to understand how to use these names correctly in historical and modern contexts.

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A traveler explores the ancient city of Sian.