China is home to some of the most iconic monuments of the ancient world. In Xi’an, the Terracotta Army guards the tomb of the first emperor of China with thousands of life-size clay soldiers, each with a unique face. In Beijing, the Forbidden City, the largest palace complex in the world, served as home to 24 emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Both sites are listed by UNESCO. Our guides explain how to get there, how much time to plan and how to book tickets in advance.