Saturday, April 27, 2013

Top 3 Stunning Historical Sites in China



If you decide to enjoy yourself in China, three historical sits you should not miss.

The Terracotta Army



The Terracotta Army is a collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of the first Emperor of China. In ancient times, people thought that the spirit still remained though the physical body had died. And still need the requirements of human beings. In order to protect the emperor in his afterlife, Terracotta Army is the pit buried with Qin Shihuang Tomb. It is known as “the Eighth Wonders of the world”.
The Museum of the Terracotta Army is the most significant archeological excavations of the 20th century. With beautiful, strong and polished, and totally different face shapes, hairstyles, postures and facial expression, the Terracotta Army figures have powerful style.
Besides, another miracle in the history of metallurgy, weapons made of copper like swords, spears, halberds, scimitars have been unearthed and heir blades are still sharp and glisten though buried in the earth for over 2000 years, their blades are still sharp and glisten.
The museum of Terracotta Army is a treasure house and it is a really splendid place for touring in China.

Forbidden City
 
As the largest wooden cluster in existence in the world today, Forbidden City has an aura of pomp and majesty that transcends the ages. Now it still abounds with the sense of grandeur and wealth as it did in ancient.
There are nearly 10,000 rooms come together to form one of the best-preserved historical sites in China. The Forbidden City consists of three parts: the outer court where the emperor handled court business and ministered state affairs; the inner court where the emperor’s family lived; and the private imperial garden for entertain and relaxation. Besides, they have ruled this country from here more than 500 years.
Forbidden City still remains in the original state. Every year it attracts large number of tourists. When you view its incredible scenery, you would be stunned and do not want to leave. Even more, you may want to live here.

The Potala Palace

Located in Lhasa and built on a mountain slope over 4000 m above sea level, the Potala Palace consists of the Red Palace, the White Palace and some other accompanying buildings. Though constructed at different times, these buildings are all in harmony with the surrounding terrain, so that the whole building complex appears magnificent and integrated.
Its construction and furnishing reflect the superb skills of ancient artisans and the great attainments of Tibetan architecture. Known as the Pearl on the Roof of the World, The Potala Palace is a real ingenious masterpiece.

All these ancient architectures carry long history, and mark how times have changed. So if you want to deep in China, you should not miss them when you travel to China.

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