Produced by: Mohsin Shaikh
Qin Shi Huang’s tomb has remained untouched for 2,200 years, guarded by booby traps and toxic mercury.
Ancient records claim the tomb is rigged with crossbows and arrows, set to fire at any intruder.
Scientists fear highly volatile mercury is leaking through cracks, making excavation extremely dangerous.
Historian Sima Qian wrote that the tomb contains palaces, treasures, and a flowing mercury river.
The emperor’s 8,000-strong Terracotta Army, discovered in 1974, still stands watch over his undisturbed tomb.
Experts debate using non-invasive technology to explore the tomb without damaging its fragile interior.
Ancient texts claim a mechanized river of mercury was built inside, symbolizing China’s great waterways.
Scientists are hesitant to open the tomb, fearing its preserved secrets could be lost forever.
Despite modern advances, no one dares enter the final resting place of China’s first emperor.