Shaanxi, People's Republic of China
Lintong and the Terracotta Army
Identity summary
2 to 5 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Recommended car
Heritage · Countryside
Variable accessibility
Sweet rhythm
General presentation
Lintong and the Terracotta Army
Imperial Mausoleum, archaeological pits and thermal springs make up the major excursion east of Xi'an.
The discovery of Lintong and terracotta army is built around the terracotta army, Mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang and Huaqing Palace. The stay thus alternates between the heritage and the countryside, which gives a concrete picture of the destination beyond its only best known site.
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For a stay of 2 to 5 days, a quiet rhythm works well. Also to be anticipated: variable influx depending on the season. A car is usually the easiest way to connect the different sectors. Accessibility varies from site to site and deserves to be verified step by step.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Armée de terre cuite
- Mausolée de Qin Shi Huang
- Huaqing Palace
Before you choose
- Variable frequency depending on season
- Parking to anticipate in the center
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
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Armée de terre cuite
Thousands of soldiers and terracotta horses keep the mausoleum of the first emperor. An early visit to the site allows to observe the local usages and the details of the place, while avoiding some of the groups and traffic.
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Mausolée de Qin Shi Huang
The central tumulus remains largely unexplained within a huge funeral landscape. The place remains culturally sensitive and discovers with discretion, without hindering local practices; religious schedules, outfits and photographic rules are to be checked on site.
Palace
Huaqing Palace
Hot springs, pavilions and imperial narratives occupy the foothills of Mount Li. Collections and remains take time to exceed a mere photographic stop; reserving a sufficient beach helps to understand their regional historical context.
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