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The Qinling bronze horse was found in the west side of the Qin Shi Emperor’s Mausoleum. It was a big painted copper horse, positioned one after the other in a wooden case. Although it was crushed by the earth when it was excavated, there was no major change in the original position, The vehicle and horse components are basically complete.This is our archaeological history found earlier, larger size, preservation of a more complete bronze horse.

Located in northern Shaanxi, Yulin Ancient City is a city steeped in historical memory and regional culture, perfect for visitors interested in historical architecture and local customs. The city retains many architectural features from the Ming and Qing dynasties, with neatly laid out streets and winding bluestone paths. The residential buildings, mostly brick and wood, feature overhanging eaves and carved window lattices, showcasing the rustic elegance of a northern ancient city. Sections of the ancient city wall still remain in some areas. Though weathered by time, they still offer a sense of its former defensive structure. Walking along the wall trails, visitors can overlook the towering houses within the ancient city and gaze out across the surrounding landscape, experiencing a fusion of natural and cultural landscapes. Around the ancient city, numerous shops and exhibition halls with local characteristics offer visitors a glimpse into Yulin’s history and local customs. In addition, the atmosphere of the ancient city in the early morning and evening is particularly soothing. The morning light or sunset shines on the old buildings, and the interweaving of light and shadow makes it easier for people to immerse themselves in the tranquility and solemnity of the ancient city. Whether strolling through the streets, visiting buildings, or experiencing local cuisine, you can gain a travel experience close to history and folk customs.

The history of Huayang Ancient Town dates back to the Warring States Period (475–221 BCE). It was an important military and economic hub. The old town has over 300 well-preserved Ming and Qing dynasty buildings, including official residences, guest houses, and pawnshops. Visitors can also see the ruins of the old city wall as well as a tower and theater that date from the Song and Yuan dynasties. It is one of only a few mountainside towns with a rich history.

Xianyang Museum is in the middle part of Zhongshan Street, Xianyang city, on top of an old Ming-dynasty Temple of Confucius (around 1371 AD). There are four south-facing yards. The main buildings are the Pailou, Xiandian, Dacheng Hall, Small Pailou and the main hall on the side yard. This is a Major National-Level Historical and Cultural Protected Site. There are seven exhibition rooms at the Xianyang Museum, three for Xianyang’s historical artifacts, one for cultural objects from the Western Han imperial mausoleum, two for Western Han-dynasty painted terracotta and the last one for temporary exhibits. The cultural relics in the museum, mainly from the Qin and Han dynasties, offer valuable insights into the history and culture of the Qin and Han dynasties.

The ancient city of Gaojiabao is located about 50 kilometers southwest of Shenmu County, Yulin City, and about 5 kilometers away from the Great Wall of Ming Dynasty. The ancient city of Gaojiabao was built in the fourth year of the orthodox Ming Dynasty (1439). The ancient city of Gaojiabao was built as a rammed earth city at first, and then re-wrapped with wall bricks in the thirty-sixth year of Wanli in the Ming Dynasty (1608). Today’s ancient city of Gaojiabao, whether it is the city wall seen outside, or the streets and houses in the city, all maintain the pattern at that time. For those tourists who like the ancient city, walking around in Gaojiabao must not be a problem. will disappoint you. The ancient city of Gaojiabao has a rectangular plane. Tourists can walk along the city wall. On the way, they can see a large section of the city wall. During the period, there are defense systems such as crenels and lookout holes. There is a rolling door and an urn city. These buildings, which have been preserved since the Ming Dynasty, have stood here for five or six hundred years. The ancient city of Gaojiabao is still in the semi-open stage, which is undoubtedly good news for the “old city control”. The streets in the city are centered on Zhongxing Building, and the four directions are East and West Streets, South Street and North Lane. South Street is more prosperous. The Zhongxing Building is not often open, but it is guarded. You can ask the person in charge to help open the door, and then go up to the Zhongxing Building to overlook the entire ancient city. At present, there are not many tourists in the ancient city. You can walk in the quiet streets and see the old houses on the side. There are many old shops on South Street, but most of them have not opened. The residential buildings here are basically of the typical northern architectural style, including courtyard houses, such as the Li Family Courtyard in Beixiang; There are also courtyards, such as the Lijialouyuan in Cross Lane and the Liujialouyuan in Tongxin Lane. Or you can find a place in the city to be in a daze, and take a trip through the world like a psychic.

The Bingjian Pavilion is located next to the Tiger-Ban Stone on Xixiu Ridge halfway up Mount Li. In 1946, in order to commemorate the “Xi’an Incident”, Hu Zongnan initiated the construction of a stone pavilion with donations from all the non-commissioned officers of the Seventh Branch of the Whampoa Military Academy. It was named “Zhengqi Pavilion”. After the founding of New China, it was renamed “Zhua Jiang Pavilion”. It was not until the 1980s that it was renamed “Bingjian Pavilion”.The stone pavilion is 4 meters high and 2.5 meters wide. It may seem inconspicuous, but it has a different meaning because it is closely related to major events in Chinese history.