Pit is the largest and contains about 6,000 warriors with war chariots and horses. Housed in a gigantic building that resembles an airplaned hangar, the warriors are protected from the elements and tourists who view them from elevated walkways. The warriors are lined in 38 trenches, facing eastwards to the emperor's tomb.

The warriors in Pit 2 are mostly hidden excavation continues with most of the area closed off. This pit show signs of fire damage, the wooden roof structure was burned when the mausoleum looted by Xiang Yu, one of the warlords who battled for supremacy after the fall of the Qin dynasty. While the first pit is the mobile arm of the army with chariots, cavalry and archers. A tall statue, thought to be a general, was also found in his pit.

The third pit is the command center for the ghostly army, with 68 statues of officers around a warcharior. The clothing of the officers differ from common soldiers, the officers wear fine robes and are much taller.

There is a display hall with two bronze chariots unearthed near the base of the emperor's tomb. These elaborate half-sized chariots are intricately detailed with detailed drivers and horses that have decorated plumes and gold and silver inlaid harnesses. These richly decorated chariots feature working parts such as windows that open and close and turning handles. There are also exhibitions featuring artifacts from the pits, allowing a closer look at the intricate workmanship.

Outside the gates of the Terracotta Warriors, present day market warriors will give a shrill battle cry as you approach. They're armed with different wares, from ubiquitous replica terracotta warriors to postcards-the best defense is a good offense and that means bargaining.

Source: .chinadiscover.net

Editor: Feng Hui