A stunning exhibition featuring replicas of the Terracotta Army has opened in Hamburg, showcasing artifacts from China's ancient history. The display, which runs until November 3, includes 170 pieces, with 150 authentic terracotta figures, such as infantry soldiers, cavalry, archers, officers, generals, and their horses and chariots.
Located in Central China, approximately 36 kilometers northeast of Xi'an, the Terracotta Army was commissioned over 2,200 years ago by China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang Di. The exhibition aims to provide insights into the era of the first emperor and his monumental burial site through graphics and film clips.
In ancient Chinese belief, souls were thought to continue existing after death, prompting the emperor to create an underground city filled with grave goods for his afterlife. The production of the terracotta warriors likely began after Qin Shi Huang Di ascended to the throne, featuring oversized figures that realistically represent a complete garrison of the time.