Tang Dynasty Imperial Mausoleums

Built atop high mountains, the imperial mausoleums of the Tang Dynasty (618-907) are known for their magnificence. They are scattered around Chang’an City, the Tang imperial capital, which is known as Xi’an today. The mausoleums, the ancient city and palace complex together are regarded as China’s highest-ranking and most important cultural sites of the dynasty.

Guarded by majestic statues of clan leaders, generals and mighty stone beasts, the mausoleums tucked in the lush mountains have served as historical witnesses to the achievements and failures of the Tang emperors and shed light on the prosperity and decline of the dynasty.