Tomb of Qin Shi Huang is located at the northern foothills of the Lishan Mountains, 5 km from Lintong area, Xi'an city, Shanxi province. Although it is still not fully excavated, just a corner of the tunnel of soldiers (terracotta troops) dug up from the tomb of Qin Shi Huang, has also been listed as one of the eight wonders of the world.
The secret tomb of China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, has been a source of fascination and mystery for centuries. Qin Shi Huang was the ruler who unified China in 221 BC, after defeating six rival states. He was also known for his ambitious projects, such as the Great Wall of China and the Terracotta Army, which were meant to protect him and his empire from enemies.
However, his most elaborate and secretive project was his own mausoleum, which he started building when he was only 13 years old. According to historical records, the tomb complex covers an area of 56 square kilometers, and contains palaces, towers, treasures, and replicas of rivers and mountains made of mercury. The tomb itself is located under a man-made hill, and is surrounded by a moat of liquid mercury, which was believed to have magical properties.
The tomb has never been opened, partly because of respect for the ancient culture, and partly because of the lack of technology and resources to do so safely. The tomb is also said to be booby-trapped with crossbows and poisonous gas, to deter any intruders. Moreover, archaeologists fear that exposing the tomb to air and light could damage the precious artifacts and relics inside.
Therefore, the secret tomb of China's first emperor remains an unopened treasure, waiting for science to advance enough to reveal its secrets. Some experts hope that one day, non-invasive methods such as ground-penetrating radar or remote sensing could be used to explore the tomb without disturbing it. Others argue that the tomb should be left alone, as a respect for the emperor's wish to rest in peace.
To get a better feel for the scale and complexity of this tomb, please watch the video below: