Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor
- States
- China
- Category
- Cultural
- Year
- 1987
- Location
- Lintong County, Shaanxi Province
- Region
- Asia & Pacific
- Coordinates
- 34.38333333, 109.1
- Last Visited
- 2024
- UNESCO ID
- 441
- WH 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.
