- Pit 1 of Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses Museum was excavated in 1974 when the local farmers were drilling a well. Covering an area of 14,000 square meters, Pit 1 was in a rectangular shape. Pit 1 has chariots and ranks of 6,000 soldiers arranged in a war formation, which is a vivid display of Emperor Qin's formidable army. Pit 1 was opened to visitors in October 1, 1979. Attraction Intro: Terracotta Warriors and Horses: Pit 1
- > Qinshihuang Mausoleum Exhibition (101)
- > Terracotta Warriors and Horses: Pit 2 (5)
- > Terracotta Warriors and Horses: Pit 3 (8)
- > Polychrome Terracotta Warriors (14)
- > Kneeling Archers (13)
- > Bronze Chariots and Horses (19)
- > Multi-Exhibition Hall (16)
- > Coins before and during Qin Dynasty (14)
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Travelers' Voices on Photos of Terracotta Warriors and Horses Pit 1
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May. 19,2009 00:55 Reply
Ms.glady's(usa) said:
i think that this actually amazing.it makes one wonder about how the terra cotta soldiers came about.
Oct. 28,2009 15:42
Ms.ALH(USA) replied:
They came about from a man who's name I can't remember,It's very long. These were put by his tomb after his death so in his "afterlife," he could have battles and wars. They represent his army.
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Oct. 28,2009 15:40 Reply
Ms.ALH(USA) said:
This is really helpful! Yesterday I had to find Geography in China,today I have to find Terra-cota. It's very interesting once you learn a little about it. I'm in the 6th grade doind a project.
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Sep. 27,2009 14:20 Reply
Mr.luan(cn) said:
How far are the warriors from beijing?
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Aug. 3,2009 19:43 Reply
Mr.idontcaresalot(chingahh) said:
this is.er.interesting.
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Jul. 30,2009 18:51 Reply
Mr.Men(Australia) said:
why are some of the warriors missing their heads and arms completely? were they never attached did they fall off?
Aug. 1,2009 22:39
Mr.cindy(cn) replied:
Hi, no, they are intact originally. Some of them are damaged bacause of natural disaster。 Some maybe damaged when unearth.