Terracotta Army, Archaeological site in Xi'an, China
The Terracotta Army contains thousands of individual clay warriors, each crafted with different facial features, armor details, and standing positions in battle formation.
Local farmers uncovered the first terracotta figures in 1974, leading to the discovery of over 8,000 soldiers, 670 horses, and 130 chariots from 210 BCE.
The clay warriors represent the military force intended to protect Emperor Qin Shi Huang in his afterlife, following ancient Chinese burial traditions.
Visitors access three main excavation pits through the Museum of Terracotta Warriors, with Pit One containing the largest collection of restored figures.
Each soldier's armor details reflect actual military ranks and units from the Qin Dynasty, creating a snapshot of ancient Chinese military organization.
Location: 临潼区
Inception: 248 BCE
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Part of: Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 08:00-17:00
Website: http://bmy.com.cn/2015new/bmyweb
GPS coordinates: 34.38500,109.27306
Latest update: May 27, 2025 19:46
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