Abstract/Sommario: China's third excavation of the famous terracotta army site yields new archaeological findings. The army of terracotta warriors and horse is one of the greatest archaeological finds in modern times. The ancient relic site includes three pits: pit 1, which is currently been excavated, is believed to hold about 6,000 life sized figures. More than 1,000 were found in previous excavations. Holding cavalry and infantry units as well as war chariots, Pit 2 is thought to represent military g ...; [Leggi tutto...]
China's third excavation of the famous terracotta army site yields new archaeological findings. The army of terracotta warriors and horse is one of the greatest archaeological finds in modern times. The ancient relic site includes three pits: pit 1, which is currently been excavated, is believed to hold about 6,000 life sized figures. More than 1,000 were found in previous excavations. Holding cavalry and infantry units as well as war chariots, Pit 2 is thought to represent military guard. Pit 3 is the command post, with high-ranking officers and a war chariot. Today's technology is now sophisticated to preserve the colours of the ancient terracotta