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Terracotta Army

Three excavation pits near Xi'an display Qin Shi Huang's buried army of clay figures. The site works best as a dedicated trip beyond the city center.

Terracotta Army

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Why go

Rows of warriors, horses and chariots show the scale of an imperial funerary project more vividly than any single figure. Differences among Pits 1, 2 and 3 help explain how the army was arranged. Allow time to compare them rather than stopping at the largest pit alone.

What to look for

  • Survey the long ranks in Pit 1.
  • Compare the contents and scale of Pits 2 and 3.
  • Look for variations in the figures' roles and forms.

Useful to know

  • Plan separate travel time from central Xi'an to the museum area.
  • Check the museum's current entry arrangements before choosing a departure time.

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Outdoor visit · 30–45 min

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