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Remains of the Mausoleum

 

To the north of the tomb were the remains of the imperial burial palaces. Broken tiles, red clay and stone stumps were scattered around, with interior sections of white walls coated with a mixture of earth and wheat grass. The palace featured the Qin-style structure on a solid pedestal foundation with a hipped roof encircled by single winding corridors.

50 meters to the north of the palaces, excavations of stone aprons, plinth stones, a drainage ditch and water drainage system were found. Exquisitely crafted corrosive-proof tiles, with a diameter of 61 cm amazingly decorated with vivid patterns are most attractive.

To the west of the complex is thought to have been the site of imperial gardens and temples both inside and outside the walls. Among the cloud-shaped tiles and burial articles unearthed, the most rare is a bronze bell inlaid with gold and silver inscribed "Yue Fu," this coincides with records that show that the Qin established "Yue Fu," an official conservatory, responsible for court entertainment.

 

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