As the ancient capital Xi an was once called Chang an in the Han Dynasty which means permanent peace . Xi-an marks the starting point of Silk Road. It is regarded as one of the Four Ancient Capitals of the World ， together with Rome， Athens，and Istanbul. A large number of historic attractions can be found in Xi an including the remains of Banpo Village， the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor， the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and SmallWild Goose Pagoda built in the Tang Dynasty， the Bell Tower， Drum Tower and City Wall built in the Ming Dynasty. While visiting this old city one could go through thousands of years back in history.What-s more， Shaanxi is worthy of the name a province with rich cultural relics and a natural history museum .

河湟是指今青海省和甘肃省境内的黄河和湟水流域，唐时是唐与吐蕃的边境地带。湟水是黄河上游支流，源出青海东部，流经西宁，至甘肃兰州市西汇入黄河。该书以图文并茂的形式，从历史、人文、地理、民族风情、旅游文化的角度，向读者展示了一副副精美绝伦的河湟画卷，真实再现了河湟古老文明和现代新貌。全书以往事、景点、人文、民间四大部分为主。

本书挖掘陕西文化和自然生态资源的丰富内涵，以 人文山水，大美陕西 为主题，全面展示陕西历史人文、科研教育、品牌风采、城市魅力、山水情怀等。上篇介绍陕西独特的地理环境、山脉河流、自然资源等；下篇从生态、文化及发展等方面介绍了陕西当今的风貌，使读者从中感受现代气息浓郁、经济腾飞、人才辈出的新陕西。

Shaanxi Province is famous for its historical culture and natural landscapes. This book is dedicated to a display of a panoramic view of the province with regard to its cultural resources，natural landscapes，scientific research and education. Part One introduces the unique geographical features，with focus on the Qinling Mountain Range，the backbone of Chinese nationality. Part Two describes the modern aspects of Shaanxi as a burgeoning province in northwest China。