The Archaeological Museum of the Diputación de Alicante (Alicante Provincial Council) (MARQ) has today received by land transport the pieces that will form part of the exhibition "The legacy of the Qin and Han dynasties, China. The warriors of Xi'an". The arrival of this important material marks the beginning of a period of preparation that will culminate on 28 March with the inauguration of the exhibition and its opening to the public.
The Vice-President and Member of Parliament for Culture, Julia ParraShe went to the museum to see first-hand the work being carried out and to convey a message of gratitude and confidence to the team in charge. "This is a very special moment that we didn't want to miss because now begins the preparation and assembly of one of the most important international exhibitions that have ever visited the province of Alicante," said the provincial head, who also welcomed the five technicians from the Chinese delegation involved in the work.
The vehicles transporting the pieces arrived this morning in the museum gardens, where an unloading dock has been set up with all the safety guarantees to begin depositing the material this afternoon. All the boxes received will be transferred to the museum's premises, where they will be stored. 24 hours for acclimatisation and adaptation to the new environment..
After this initial period, work will begin on the unpacking and gradual placement of the more than 120 original pieces and 5 replicas which will be on display from 28 March for all interested members of the public. Specialists, both from MARQ and from the nine participating Chinese museums and institutions The exhibition will be held in the exhibition will ensure strict compliance with the protocols for handling and preserving the material throughout the process. The exhibition includes the presence of nine original terracotta warriors and a terracotta horse and replicas of two trolleys.
The ticket reservation to visit the exhibition "The legacy of the Qin and Han dynasties, China. The warriors of Xi'an"The application can be made through the website and at the MARQ ticket offices for a price of 5 euros per individual ticket and discounts for the over 65s, young people and students, among other groups.
