The Everlasting Regret Show
长恨歌
A large-scale open-air dance drama set against Mount Li, staged on the Jiulong Lake of Huaqing Palace, telling the love story of Emperor Xuanzong of Tang and Yang Guifei.
“Song of Everlasting Regret” is a large-scale historical dance drama on the waters of Jiulong Lake at Huaqing Palace. Based on Bai Juyi’s poem of the same name, it tells the story of the love between Emperor Xuanzong of Tang and Yang Guifei and the An Lushan Rebellion. Set against the mountain of Mount Li with the lake as its stage, it features lighting, fireworks, and an elevating water stage. Hundreds of performers take part. The show lasts about 70 minutes and is one of the earliest and best-known outdoor performances in China.
Tickets cost about 298–988 yuan. Performances run 1–2 times a night from about April to October, usually starting around 8:00 pm. In peak season, buy tickets several days in advance. It is often combined with the Terracotta Army and Huaqing Palace as an eastern day trip. Returning to the city after the show takes about an hour, so book a ride in advance. The lakeside can be windy at night, so bring a jacket.
Opening hours
Approx. April–October, around 20:00 nightly
Nearby sights
- Huaqing Palace
- Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum (Terracotta Army)
- Xi'an Expo Park
- Xi'an Banpo Museum
- Baxian Temple
- Xingqing Palace Park
- Qinglong Temple
- Daming Palace National Heritage Park