First emperor still fascinates with his treasures Exhibition showcases priceless artifacts from mausoleum of Qinshihuang, report Wang Ru in Beijing and Qin Feng in Xi'an. By Wang Ru and Qin Feng | China Daily | Updated: 2024-10-12 10:46

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202410/12/WS6709e321a310f1265a1c73bb.html Knowing death was an inevitable issue that he had to face one day, Emperor Qinshihuang, who ended the long-term fighting and chaos among vassal states during the Warring States Period (475-221 BC) and established the Qin Dynasty (221-206 BC), the first central united dynasty, paid close attention to two important considerations during his lifetime: seeking an elixir to extend his life and building an underground realm.