Step into Tang Le Palace, a must-visit spot in Xi'an, and be transported back to the Tang Dynasty. As China's first Tang-style court song and dance theatre restaurant, it has been a cultural landmark for nearly 40 years.
Take a seat in the restaurant, surrounded by red walls, golden decorations, and classical curtains, and start your feast. Enjoy a dumpling banquet with a dazzling variety of styles, from savoury seafood flavours to sweet black sesame flavours. For a luxurious experience, try dishes such as “Flower Festival” and “Lintong Beacon Fire,” which are as beautiful as works of art and carry profound historical allusions.
As night falls, the performance “The Grand Empress Wu” kicks off, telling the legendary journey of Wu Zetian from entering the palace to ascending the throne in five chapters. The actors wear gorgeous Tang costumes, and their dances replicate the charm of Tang murals. Coupled with the melodious melody of the live classical orchestra and the solo of the replica Tang pan flute, the atmosphere is directly full. With the support of numerical control stage and holographic projection, scenes such as battlefield battles and court ceremonies are lifelike, and the final scene of the empress ascending the throne is particularly shocking. The performance is equipped with Chinese and English subtitles throughout, so even foreign tourists can understand the plot. Actors also shuttle among the audience to interact, offering a full-score immersive experience.
The most surprising part is the unique birthday celebration here. The famous scene of cutting the cake with a three-foot long sword really lives up to its reputation. The “Noble Consort” slowly enters with maids and warriors. When the music starts, the sword falls, and all the guests send their blessings together. Goodwill across national borders converges at this moment. This sense of ritual that combines tradition and modernity is enough to become the most precious memory in the trip.
From dishes to performances, from details to atmosphere, Tang Le Palace perfectly shows the Tang Dynasty culture. Whether you are travelling alone, dating as a couple or having a family dinner, it can bring a unique cultural experience. It is indeed a cultural landmark known as the “Oriental Broadway”, worthy of being visited by every tourist!
