Xi'An
is a historical city in China. It used to be the capital of ancient China for 11
dynasties. It was also the home base for Qinshihuang, the first emperor who unified China
and established Qin Dynasty (221-206 BC). Xian -- A Historical City
Xi'An
is a historical city in China. It used to be the capital of ancient China for 11
dynasties. It was also the home base for Qinshihuang, the first emperor who unified China
and established Qin Dynasty (221-206 BC).
Wild Goose Pagoda is a 7-story tower suggested to be built by Master Xuan Zang, the famous Tang monk (AD 602-664) for preserving Buddhist scriptures. Essays written by two emperors in Tang Dynasty are inscribed on the steles. Elegant painting of Tang style are engraved on the lintels. All of these have added the charm to this magnificent tower.
Neolithic Village of Banpo, part of Yangshao Culture (5,000-4,000 BC), is one of the largest Neolithic sites in the world. Uncovered in 1953, it revealed a complete ancient matriarchal settlement. The pottery excavated shows both non-abstract and abstract patterns.
Huaqin Hot Springs is an imperial garden built in the Tang Dynasty. Yangguifei, concubine of Emperor Tang Minghuang, used to bathe in the Hot Springs.
Terra
Cotta Warriors and Qin Shihuang Mausoleum was uncovered in 1974. The mausoleum
covers an area of more than 14,000 square meters with 6,000 life-sized terra cotta
warriors and horses. These soldiers have been guarding the emperor's tomb, underground,
for over 2,000 years. They are in a battle array, showing a readiness for battles to
defend the imperial tomb. All figures have a different look with vivid details on their
faces, postures and uniforms. It is possible to tell who is in infantry or cavalry. Even
their ranks can be judged by their height
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