Overview
Qianling Mausoleum, the joint tomb of Tang Emperor Gaozong and China's only female emperor, Wu Zetian, sits on Mount Liang in Qian County, about 76km northwest of Xi'an. Built using the 'mountain as mausoleum' method — turning an entire mountain into the tomb — it is famously the only Tang imperial tomb never successfully looted despite repeated attempts. Highlights include stone statues of officials and animals lining the spirit way, 61 headless statues of foreign envoys, and the inscription-free 'Wordless Stele.' Admission CNY 102 in peak season (March-November, combo ticket including satellite tombs), CNY 82 off-season. About 1.5 hours from downtown Xi'an by chartered car or tour.
Opening Hours
08:30-18:00 (March-November, ticket sales close 17:00), 08:30-17:30 (December-February).
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It's in the opposite direction (west) from the Terracotta Army, so plan it as a separate day trip. Ask a guide about the various theories on why the Wordless Stele has no inscription — a fascinating topic.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Xi'an, China from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for China on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
Flight from Incheon (ICN)
Compare direct and connecting flights from Incheon (ICN) to Xi'an on Skyscanner or Google Flights. Early-morning departures from Korea are usually the cheapest option.
KRW ↔ Local Currency
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Korean Community · Korean Food
Many cities have an active Korean community in Xi'an with Korean restaurants, mini-marts, and Korean-speaking guides. Search Naver Cafe or KakaoTalk open chats for "Xi'an 한인" before you go.
Attractions near Qianling Mausoleum
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Muslim Quarter (Huimin Street)
A 1,000-year-old Hui Muslim district — Xi'an's ultimate street food paradise.
📍 74.6km away
Xi'an City Wall
China's best-preserved ancient city wall, circumnavigable by bicycle.
📍 74.7km away
Bell Tower & Drum Tower
Xi'an's iconic Bell Tower and Drum Tower built in 1384 — beautifully lit at night.
📍 74.8km away
Things to Do in Xi'an
Terracotta Army Guided Tour
A 4-hour guided tour through Pits 1, 2, 3 and the museum in Korean or English, hearing Qin Shi Huang's ambitions and the secrets of crafting the warriors. Guide fee extra (CNY 150-300)
Xi'an City Wall Bike Ride
Rent a bike atop the 13.7km Xi'an City Wall and loop the entire ramparts in about 1.5 hours — sunset is unforgettable. Admission + bike about CNY 100
Muslim Quarter Night Market Food Crawl
Eat your way through the 1,000-year-old Muslim Quarter night market — lamb skewers, yangrou paomo, biang biang noodles, roujiamo, and sweet bayberry tea. Budget about CNY 80-150 per person