Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum, Archaeological museum in Lintong District, China
Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum houses an underground army of thousands of terracotta figures arranged in battle formations, alongside chariots and horses. The collection is spread across multiple excavation pits that visitors can walk through and explore.
Farmers discovered this underground army by chance in 1974 while digging a well. The excavation that followed became one of the most significant archaeological finds of the 20th century.
Each terracotta figure displays distinct facial features and armor details that reflect the military organization of the Qin Dynasty. These sculptures appear as individual portraits of soldiers from that era.
The site is well accessible with paved paths through the excavation pits and indoor climate-controlled spaces to protect the artifacts. Guided tours in various languages are available to help visitors understand the collection.
The emperor's main burial chamber remains sealed underground and has never been opened, presenting a mystery to researchers. Measurements detect unusually high mercury levels in this closed underground palace.
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