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Have you come to see the terracotta army that has survived for thousands of years?

Travel through time and explore the underground legion: the Terracotta Army. 🎫 Ticket Booking: Terracotta Army tickets must be booked in advance on the official WeChat account or website of the Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum. Bookings can be made 1–7 days in advance. Ticket prices are 🙊CNY 120 during peak season (March 16–November 15) and 🙉CNY 120 during off-season (November 16–March 15 of the following year). Free admission for seniors aged 65 and above, minors aged 16 and below, academicians of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Chinese Academy of Engineering, people with disabilities, active military personnel, fire and rescue personnel (including retired personnel), family members of martyrs, family members of military personnel who died in the line of duty, family members of deceased military personnel, and police officers. Veterans enjoy half-price tickets with valid credentials. 🧥2. Items to bring: Comfortable sneakers are recommended as the Terracotta Army Museum covers a large area and requires a lot of walking. 🚌Transportation Guide 🚈Subway Line 9 + Lintong Bus: Take Subway Line 9 from the city center to Huaqing Pool Station. Exit from Exit C and transfer to Lintong Bus No. 602 to Qin Yong Village Station. 🚘Self-driving: From the Xi'an Ring Expressway entrance, take the Lianhuo Expressway and exit at the Terracotta Army Museum Highway exit. 🚖Taxi/Ride-hailing: About a one-hour drive from the city center. 🦊Visiting Route 🐰Terracotta Army Museum: ⛺Pit No. 1: The largest and a must-see. It has a complete military layout with clearly defined vanguard, flanks, and rearguard. Nearly 6,000 terracotta figures and horses create a magnificent scene, showcasing the mighty military power of the Qin army. ⛺Pit No. 3: Although small in scale, it holds significant importance as the military command center. ⛺Pit No. 2: Although still partially under excavation, you can see the combination of different arms, such as cavalry and chariot soldiers, and learn about the Qin army's combat methods. 🐰Lishan Garden (Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Park): Take the free shuttle bus. K9901 burial pit (acrobatic terracotta figures): The acrobatic terracotta figures here strike various poses, depicting the entertainment scenes of the Qin court. ⛺Bronze Chariots and Horses Exhibition Hall: Don't miss the "Crown of Bronze" – the bronze chariots and horses. Their exquisite craftsmanship and lifelike shapes represent the pinnacle of ancient Chinese bronze art. ⛺K0006 burial pit (civil official terracotta figures): Learn about the image and functions of civil officials in the Qin Dynasty. ⛺Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor: Although not yet excavated, standing at the foot of the mound, you can sense its grandeur and imagine the majesty of Emperor Qinshihuang. 🐰Guide Service 👩🏻‍🏫Human guide: Independent or group tours are available. Please send a private message for inquiries. A guide can help you gain a deeper understanding of the history and culture of the Terracotta Army. ⚠️⚠️Important Notes 🐽Opening hours: Peak season: 08:30–17:00 (closes at 18:30); Off-season: 08:30–16:30 (closes at 18:00) 🐽Luggage storage: The museum's free luggage storage is located behind the LED video wall on the east side of the ticket hall. 🐰Nearby Attractions 🐱Huaqing Palace: This was a Tang Dynasty imperial palace, where the love story of Emperor Xuanzong and Yang Guifei unfolded. You can also visit the site of the Xi'an Incident. 🐱The large-scale historical stage play The Revival of the Terracotta Army ❣️Tips❣️:📸Recommended photo spots💖 ⃣Subway Zhonglou Station, Exit G1: Take a photo of the yellow shuttle bus after exiting the station for a retro vibe! ⃣Terracotta Army Museum entrance: Take a photo with the "Qin" character sculpture and post it on your Moments with the caption "Traveling through the Qin Dynasty"! ⃣Lishan Garden shuttle bus: Take photos of the scenery outside the window while on the bus. The lush greenery is super healing🌳 Things to avoid (lessons learned the hard way)💫💫💫💫 🚫Don't believe the "Lantian jade" sales pitches at the museum entrance! It's cheaper in the commercial street outside the museum! 🚫After arriving at Huaqing Pool Station on Subway Line 1, take Bus No. 602 or 613. Don't take the bus in the opposite direction!
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