Xi-an is one of China’s 7 ancient national capital, so there are several relics and historical sites to visit.
One of the most popular attractions is to visit the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor, home of the world renowned Terracotta Army. The Army figures lied underground for more than 2000 years. This is an archeological site of unimaginable size & importance. No doubt thousands of statues still remain to be unearthed at this archaeological site, which was not discovered until 1974.
Qin (d. 210 B.C.), the first unifier of China, is buried, surrounded by the famous terracotta warriors, at the centre of a complex designed to mirror the urban plan of the capital, Xianyan. The small figures are all different in facial features, clothing, hairstyle and gestures; with their horses, chariots and weapons, they are masterpieces of realism and also of great historical interest.
The statues remain where they were uncovered, protected by a large hangar-like hall. Individual soldiers can be studied more closely in a museum exhibit in an adjacent building.
In 1987 UNESCO ranked the Tomb of the First Emperor including the Terracotta Army vaults, into the list of World Cultural Heritages. Learn more about UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Travel fact: China has 35 listed world heritage sites made up of both cultural and natural sites.
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