25 Epic Locations to Visit in China


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4. Terracotta Army, Lintong District

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The Terracotta Army is within the mausoleum of the first emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang.  You can visit a few excavated pits situated within a total area of around 100 square meters, discovered in the 1970s. These life-size sculptures include all ranks of the Chinese army. The detailed figurines include their armor, weapons, horses, and chariots. The layout of the army protects the main burial site of the emperor.


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