mausoleum of the first qin emperor
states: [china]
category: cultural
year: 1987
location: Lintong County, Shaanxi Province
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 34.3833333300, 109.1000000000
last visited: 2024
unesco id: 441
world heritage site: 441
The Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor, a UNESCO World Heritage site in China, is a vast 3rd-century BCE burial complex famed for its Terracotta Army. This underground marvel, with thousands of life-sized clay soldiers, horses, and chariots, reflects the emperor’s quest for immortality and ancient Chinese craftsmanship. Recognized for its historical and archaeological significance, it stands as a monumental testament to imperial ambition.
