W Hotel Xian

W 酒店, 西安

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Spanning an impressive 80,000 square meters, W Xian takes on the distinctive shape of a "W," standing proudly alongside the two other edifices within the W Five Park complex. Its exterior, adorned with a luminous neon coating, comes alive in the evening, casting an enchanting glow across the landscape. However, W Xian is far more than just a modern architectural marvel; it is a reinterpretation of the historical, social, and physical essence of the city through a contemporary lens.

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This avant-garde design seamlessly blends the past and future of Xian, offering a captivating journey through the region's rich history. Within its walls, guests are treated to a visual extravaganza that delves into the five ancient dynasties that once thrived in Xian. The hotel features five intricate labyrinths, each paying homage to the Zhou, Qin, Han, Sui, and Tang dynasties.

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Upon entering, visitors are greeted by a multimedia art installation, a mesmerizing portal that offers digital fragments of Tang dynasty architecture within a floating garden entrance. The pièce de résistance of W Xian is undoubtedly the awe-inspiring 17-meter-high Living Room.

 

Here, the hotel's inspired design takes center stage, with illuminated floating curves, suspended artistic intricacies, and sweeping divisions that draw inspiration from the palace walls and historical depictions of the nearby Silk Road. Adding to the ambiance, a collection of artworks featuring acrobatic pottery figurines pays homage to the ancient "Welcoming Ceremony" of bygone eras.