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Terracotta Army

Questions relating to the ancient Terracotta Army from the tomb of Emperor Qin.

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What does terra-cotta means?

Terra-cotta is a clay-based ceramic material that is typically fired at low temperatures, resulting in a reddish-brown color. The term, which means "baked earth" in Italian, is commonly used to describe pottery, sculptures, and building materials. Terra-cotta can be used for both functional items, like planters and roof tiles, as well as decorative art. Its porous nature allows for breathability, making it suitable for various applications in both indoor and outdoor settings.

What did the terracotta warriors look like before they died?

I doubt that the terracotta warriors were modelled on individual living warriors. As models, they would look the same when dug up as when they were originally buried.

How many warriors are there in the terrocota army?

8,000 warriors not counting the horses and carriages.

What colours would the high-ranking officer in the Terracotta Army be painted?

The following link will provide an illustration of the high-ranking officer in the Terracotta Army.

What are the days and opening hours of the Terracotta Warriors?

The Museum of the Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an is opened to visitors all year around. In busy season (16 March - 14 November), the opening hours are from 8:30 till 17:30. In slack season (15 November - 15 March, next year), the opening hours are from 8:30 till 17:00.

Is the Terracotta Army in perfect condition?

No they were not

(many of the "peoples" heads have fallen off and/or are missing)

How did they date the Terracotta Warriors?

From the dressing style of these statues, the ingredients of the clay that forming them, their making technique, the weapons with them, the bricks of the tomb chambers that hold them, by reference to relating historical records, then determined the approximate date.

For example, there found a halberd engraved with the Chinese characters 寺工 (Si Gong), which is recorded as Qin's national organization of weapon makers. Many small clues like this one have great contribution in the archaeological research.

What is the terracotta worriers made of?

Terracotta is baked clay, kind of like flower pots and roof tiles. The terracotta warriors are made of clay.

Distance from Xian Railway Station to Terra Cotta Warriors?

Less than 1.5 hours from the railway station to the Qin Shihuang Mausoleum where Terra Cotta Warriors located. there are some buses near the station that can take you there.