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Map of East and Central Asia highlighting the province of Shaanxi in central China in orange, with its capital Xi'an labeled. Surrounding countries, major cities, international boundaries, disputed borders, and lines of control are shown for regional context. An inset map in the lower left corner shows Shaanxi's location within all of China.
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The illuminated Bell Tower of Xi'an, China, stands on a raised stone platform with arched entrances and ornate, tiered roofs at night.
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