Terracotta Army Facts and History

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What is the Terracotta Army?

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The Terracotta Army is a collection of life-sized statues of soldiers, horses, and chariots buried with China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, to protect him in the afterlife.

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Where was the Terracotta Army discovered?

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The Terracotta Army was discovered in 1974 near the city of Xi'an in Shaanxi province, China.

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What is one amazing fact about the Terracotta Army?

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No two soldiers look alike.

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How many statues are estimated to be in the Terracotta Army?

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There are over 8,000 soldiers, along with 670 horses and 130 chariots.

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What material is the Terracotta Army made from?

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The Terracotta Army is made from clay, specifically terracotta.

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What was the purpose of the Terracotta Army?

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The purpose of the Terracotta Army was to protect Emperor Qin Shi Huang in the afterlife.

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What does 'terracotta' mean?

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Terracotta means 'baked earth' in Italian, referring to the clay used to make the statues.

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When did the construction of the Terracotta Army begin?

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The construction of the Terracotta Army began in 246 BC and took about 40 years to complete.

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What is unique about the faces of the soldiers in the Terracotta Army?

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Each soldier has a unique face, reflecting different facial features and expressions.

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What other figures are found in the Terracotta Army besides soldiers?

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In addition to soldiers, there are also horses, chariots, and other figures like acrobats and musicians.