As a treasure of ancient Chinese art, the Terracotta Warriors and Horses have always attracted countless tourists. A road trip is a convenient and free way to fully appreciate the charm of the Terracotta Warriors. Here's a detailed guide to a terracotta army road trip to help you plan the perfect trip.
1. Route planning.
Self-driving route 1: Lianhuo Expressway - Lintong Exit - G108 - Qintang Avenue - Scenic Area. This route is relatively convenient and suitable for most tourists.
Self-driving route 2: Lianhuo Expressway - Terracotta Warriors Exit - Qin Warriors Museum Highway - Scenic Area.
Self-driving route 3: Lianhuo Expressway - Xinfeng Exit - Xinyan Road (X207) - G108 - Lingxin Road - Scenic Area (or Lianhuo Expressway - Xinfeng Exit - Xinyan Road (X207) - G108 - Lixing Road - Scenic Area).
Self-driving route 4: G108 Xi'an direction - Qintang Avenue - scenic spot.
Self-driving route 5: Xiyu Expressway (G5) - Qinhan Avenue - Jiangbai Road - G108 - Scenic Area.
2. Itinerary.
Before you go: plan your itinerary in advance, understand the road conditions and weather conditions along the way, and reserve enough time to avoid congestion during peak periods.
Tour time: It is recommended to arrive at the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Scenic Area in the morning, you can first visit the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum of the Mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang, and then go to Huaqing Pond. The duration of the tour is based on personal preference and schedule, and generally takes about 2-3 hours.
Scenic spot selection: In addition to the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Scenic Area, you can also choose to visit nearby attractions such as Huaqing Pond and the Mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang. It is about 9 kilometers away from the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Scenic Area.
3. Precautions.
Safe driving: Obey traffic rules, maintain a safe speed, and avoid fatigue driving and drunk driving. At the same time, pay attention to road conditions and weather changes, and take countermeasures.
Abide by the regulations of the scenic spot: When driving in the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Scenic Area, please follow the regulations of the scenic spot and the guidance of the signs, and do not stop or cross the non-tourist area at will. Respect local customs and religious beliefs, and do not comment or interfere at will.
Preservation of cultural relics: During the tour, please pay attention to the protection of cultural relics and do not climb or touch terracotta warriors and other cultural relics. At the same time, avoid littering and damaging the environment in the scenic area.
Set aside time: While you're visiting the Terracotta Warriors, set aside time to visit nearby attractions such as Huaqing Pond. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to the safety of personal belongings and the custody of personal belongings.
Prepare cash: While mobile payments are now available in most places, you may need to use cash in some places such as vendors or restrooms. Therefore, it is advisable to have some cash on hand.