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The Terracotta Army: 7,000 Warriors Strong

The site of the terracotta soldiers - which was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site - is a subterranean cave containing no less than 7,000 clay, life-sized statues of soldiers, meant to serve the first emperor of China in the afterlife.

15 Creative Ways to Make Boring Flower Pots More Exciting

Two-toned flower patterned pots Source Add shine with white, gold text and glitter Source Argyle painted terracotta Source Lace-covered terracotta Source [related_articles] Sunflowers adorned with insects Source Glossy rainbow color painted tins Source White and chalk board paint Source Rustic bark Source

12 World-Famous Sculptures Everyone Should Recognize

Terracotta Warriors (3rd century BC) The Terracotta Army is an enormous collection of terracotta sculptures of 8,000 soldiers, 130 chariots, and 670 horses that depict the mighty army of the First Emperor of China, Quin Shi Huang. 

How to Choose the BEST Pots For Your Houseplants

Terracotta pots Terracotta pots are renowned for their organic look, accessibility, and relatively low price point. These pots are made of iron-rich clay, which gives them a reddish hue.

Things You Don’t Know About History’s Famous Artifacts

of contents The Oseberg Ship (820 AD) Book of Kells (9th century AD) Ram in a Thicket (2,500 BC) Lycurgus Cup (4th century AD) The Pyramidion of The Black Pyramid of Dashur (1,820 BC) Babylonian Map of The World (900 - 700 BC) Sword of Goujian (771 - 403 BC) Olmec Colossal Heads (1,500 - 400 BC) Nok Terracotta

Repurpose Your Trash With These 16 Great Recycling Ideas

Broken terracotta pots Image source: hardlyhousewives.com Use broken pieces of your terracotta pots as labels for your garden crops. Apart from making it easier to distinguish between your different herbs, these create a pleasant, natural arrangement for your outer space. 11.

18 Ideas for Easy-to-Make and Creative Bird Feeders

Terracotta pots can be turned into a charming birdbath Source 9. A home, a feeder, and a bath. What more can you ask for? Source 10. An old rope and a used can - brilliant Source 11. In the mood for tea? Source 12. Repurpose old junk into a pretty bird feeder Source 13.

18 Ways You Can Use Spray Paint to Make Your Home Look Nicer

Cheap plastic garbage cans + terracotta paint = expensive looking planters. 6. An old rusty tap can look like a new designer one. 7. Cheap plastic tubs can look like classic tin tubs. Source 8. Use PVC pipes to make a beautiful, countinuous curtain rod. Source 9.

These Timeless Campervans Are Classics of Their Era

Famed for its reliability and solid build, the interior was finished in a brown, cream and terracotta design, with a series of shelves separating the driver's cabin from the rest of the van. The current owner has even given it a name - Daisy!

These Beautiful Antique Items Have Been Touched by History

Freshly excavated 2,000-year-old Terracotta warriors are still showing their original color scheme. Photographed in 1974. 7. A turn-of-the-century copy of Alice in Wonderland. Exact date unknown. Related: 12 Vintage Items of the Past Found by Chance 8.

How to Use Essential Oils Without An Expensive Diffuser!

Diffuser Necklace Terracotta pendants worn as a necklace make an affordable alternative to a diffuser. Any essential oil that is applied to the pendant will be absorbed into the clay. Therefore, it will slowly diffuse into the air just under your nose to enjoy or help with a cold. 7.

13 Awesome DIY Decoration Ideas to Beautify Your House

These bedsheets nicely match the terracotta pots on the window. Now, this is a neat idea for those who keep plants inside their house. Image source: plantsbybenny / Reddit 11. A rainbow-patterned wall that parents made for their little daughter. Image source: JaynesWay / Reddit 12.

Have You Been to these Award-Winning Destinations?

Terracotta Army, Xi'an, China Many kings place guards around their tomb, but only one mustered an army. Up until the 3rd century BCE, there was no single China, rather seven kingdoms vying for supremacy.

Hard Water - 9 Ways It Affects You and Your Home!

Hard water stains ruin the appearance of planters and cookware Have you ever wondered what are those unsightly white or yellow stains on your terracotta planters, or the white streaks on your freshly-washed drinking glasses, glass bowls, or silverware?

The Wonders of Our Ancient World, Revealed in 16 Photos

This incredibly detailed image captures the intricate hairstyle of a soldier from the renowned Terracotta Army, commissioned by China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang.

No Space, No Problem - How to Cultivate a Container Garden

Here’s a quick review: Clay and terracotta planters are pretty, but they are fragile and may even crack when exposed to freezing temperatures. So they’re not the best choice for plants you keep outdoors year-round, and you probably shouldn’t store them in the shed.

These Ancient Inventions Have Got Scientists Stumped!

Baghdad battery, c. 2500 BC Source It may seem strange, but this is a battery made of terracotta pots containing a copper cylinder, housing a single iron rod. It was then discovered that replicas of these pots filled with electrolytes could produce a voltage of approximately 2 volts.

Open Your Eyes to Spain's 15 Most Cherished Hidden Towns

The town’s terracotta colors provide a beautiful contrast to the surrounding green countryside. 14. Alquézar source Alquézar’s proximity to the descenso de barrancos canyon draws many thrill seekers and extreme-sport enthusiasts.