Take a step back through the centuries as Stirling Libraries, in collaboration with RealChina Cultural Society Inc, invites you to uncover the awe-inspiring legacy of the Terracotta Warriors - one of history’s most remarkable archaeological discoveries. Through three engaging sessions, you'll travel beyond the gaze of these silent guardians and into the heart of ancient China, unearthing the mysteries of the emperor who built them, the hidden realms they protect, and the enduring legacy they represent.

Each talk opens a doorway into a forgotten empire, where myth and history intertwine and the echoes of 2,000 years still whisper through the stories shared.

8,000 Warriors Are Just the Gatekeepers: Inside the Hidden Imperial Capital

After unravelling the story behind the Terracotta Warriors in our first session, we now cross the threshold into a hidden world. Session two reveals what lies beyond: 8,000 Warriors Are Just the Gatekeepers: Inside the Hidden Imperial Capital.

This vast underground army stands guard over their all‑powerful emperor. In death, as in life, he created a burial complex spanning more than 50 square kilometres. What lies within remains a mystery. Beneath layers of rammed earth, this concealed city beckons us to witness the splendor of a sovereign’s vision—and uncover the secrets he chose to take with him to eternity. This talk opens the door to that ancient silence.

Check out our upcoming sessions:

SESSION TWO: 8,000 Warriors Are Just the Gatekeepers: Inside the Hidden Imperial Capital | Tuesday 16 September 2025 | 5.45pm - 6.45pm | Stirling Libraries - Inglewood

SESSION THREE: The First Emperor Behind the Terracotta Warriors | Wednesday 24 September 2025 | 5.45pm - 6.45pm | Stirling Libraries - Scarborough

SESSION THREE: The First Emperor Behind the Terracotta Warriors | Thursday 25 September 2025 | 5.45pm - 6.45pm | Stirling Libraries - Osborne