Terracotta Army
秦始皇兵马俑
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Xi'an
#1 in Xi'an
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#4 in China
The Terracotta Army in Xi'an, China, is a vast collection of life-sized clay soldiers, horses, and chariots that were buried with China's first Emperor, Qin Shi Huang, to accompany him in the afterlife. Discovered in 1974 by local farmers, this archaeological marvel dates back to approximately 210-209 BCE. The army, consisting of over 8,000 soldiers, 130 chariots, and 670 horses, is renowned for its detailed craftsmanship, with each figure uniquely detailed to reflect individual characteristics and ranks.
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