Visiting: Xian
Attractions: Terracotta Warriors and Horses, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Banpo Museum
Today's Activities:
Pick-up by your private car & guide at your hotel in the morning. Today's visit begin with the Terracotta Warriors and Horses. This incredible 2000 year-old army of life-sized warriors, each one unique, is part of the underground tomb of the Emperor Qin. Well over 7000 figures were drawn up in full battle array in several large pits. Many of the figures, including soldiers, archers, horses and chariots, have been restored, and the repairs and excavations continue at the site where you can see both repaired and broken warriors in a truly impressive display. There is also an excellent museum, including bronze chariots unearthed nearby, and a film about the history and discovery of the tomb. From parking place to the entrance, it will take you bout 15 minutes on foot.
In the afternoon, we will go on to visit to Banpo Museum where you may see the archaeological ruins of the Lantian prim