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Xi’an Terracotta Warriors

• Chinese Name: 秦始皇兵马俑
• Address: Qinglin Township, Lintong County,XiAn,ShaanXi, China
• Founded Time： 3rd century BC.
• Tickets:140 RMB/per
• low-seaSon:120 CNY
• Recommend tour time2-3 hrs
• Phone: +86 29 8139 9001
• Offical Website:https://www.bmy.com.cn/2015new/index.htm
• Opening Time: 8:30AM–5PM
• Atrraction Level: UNESCO World Heritage
• Audio Guide Rental Fee: CNY 40 / person; Deposit: CNY 100

Xi’an Terracotta Warriors

Explore the Wonders of the Terracotta Army at Qin Shi Huang Mausoleum Museum

A visit to Xi’an is incomplete without experiencing the awe-inspiring Qin Shi Huang Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. As one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century, this UNESCO World Heritage site offers a glimpse into the grandeur of ancient China and the vision of its first emperor.

An Army Frozen in Time

Over 8,000 life-sized terracotta soldiers, along with horses, chariots, and weapons, stand guard in this remarkable mausoleum. Each figure is unique, showcasing intricate details in facial expressions, hairstyles, and armor. This incredible craftsmanship highlights the artistic and technical achievements of the Qin Dynasty over 2,200 years ago.

A Journey Through History

The museum is divided into several pits, each revealing different aspects of this ancient army. Visitors can marvel at the sheer scale and complexity of Pit 1, explore the command center in Pit 2, and view high-ranking officers in Pit 3. The on-site exhibition hall provides further context, showcasing artifacts like bronze chariots and weapons that shed light on Qin-era military strategies.

Unraveling the Legacy of the First Emperor

The Terracotta Army is more than an artistic masterpiece; it is a testament to Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s ambition and his quest for immortality. Learn about his unification of China, the construction of the Great Wall, and the creation of a centralized empire that shaped Chinese history.

Why Visit the Terracotta Warriors?

The Terracotta Army is a must-see for history lovers, art enthusiasts, and curious travelers alike. It offers a rare opportunity to connect with China’s ancient past and witness one of humanity’s greatest cultural legacies.

Step into the world of the Terracotta Warriors and uncover the mysteries of China’s first emperor—an experience that will leave you in awe.

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Xi’an Terracotta Warriors Transfer:Car Rental With Driver

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Including

• xi’an hotel pick up and drop off
• round trip
• parking cost,fuel cost,toll,express cost
• driver’s lunch

Exclussion

• terracotta army’s tickets
• english tour guide
• tips for driver(not compulsory)

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Xi’an Terracotta Warriors Travel Guide

Visting Guide

Museum tickets can visit three terracotta warriors and horses pits including Pit No. 1, the exhibition room of unearthed cultural relics, the exhibition hall of bronze chariots and horses, and the Mausoleum of Qin Shihuang. The terracotta warriors and horses unearthed here can be divided into generals, warriors, chariots, etc. according to their costumes, expressions, and hairstyles. The pottery figurines and pottery horses were originally painted, but most of them have peeled off and changed color due to subsequent fire and soaking.

Pit No. 1

The No. 1 terracotta pit in the scenic spot was excavated earlier. The terracotta pit is about 230 meters long from east to west and 62 meters wide from north to south. According to the arrangement density of the unearthed pottery figurines and horses during the test excavation, about 6,000 pottery figurines, pottery horses and a large number of bronze weapons are buried in Pit No. 1.

Pit No. 1 is also the most shocking exhibition hall that has been pieced together so far. You can see a huge army of terracotta warriors standing in the pit, with different shapes. It is said that there are more than 30 shapes of beards alone. Observe carefully, every soldier is lifelike, from armor to expressions, from weapons to the lines on the palms, everything is amazing.

Pit 2 and Pit 3

Pit No. 2 and Pit No. 3 are on both sides of Pit No. 1. Like Pit No. 1, there are nearly 2,000 pottery figurines and horses of the same size as real people and real horses. There are different arms such as chariots, cavalry and infantry, arranged in an orderly manner. Although the shock is not as good as Pit No. 1, it is also worth seeing because the teams and functions of each figurine pit are different.

The terracotta warriors and horses are created on the basis of real life. The artistic techniques are exquisite, and the costumes and expressions of the terracotta warriors are different. They have distinct personalities and strong characteristics of the times. The bronze weapons unearthed in the terracotta pit include swords, beryllium, spears, spears, halberds, scorpions, crossbows, and a large number of arrowheads. Most of the weapons are still sharp after more than two thousand years, indicating that there was already a high metallurgical technology at that time. .

Bronze Chariots and Horses Exhibition Hall

In December 1980, archaeologists unearthed two large-scale painted bronze chariots and horses about 20 meters west of the mausoleum of Qin Shihuang’s mausoleum and about seven meters deep from the surface. The large and well-preserved bronze chariots and horses have important research value for the smelting and bronze manufacturing technology and vehicle structure of the Qin Dynasty in my country. There are four horses driving in front of each car, and there is a figurine of an imperial official on each car. The bronze chariots and horses are lifelike in shape and gorgeous in decoration, and a large amount of gold and silver are used as ornaments and components. The production is very delicate, and it is known as the “Bronze Crown”.

Travel Tips

• Go early in the morning to avoid crowds
• The Museum of Terracotta Warriors and Horses of Qin Shihuang is full of tourists every day. When visiting, you can avoid the peak and start playing from Pit No. 3. After the tour, tourists can take the tourist bus in the scenic spot to the Mausoleum of Qin Shihuang.