xixia imperial tombs
states: [china]
category: cultural
year: 2025
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 38.4158333333, 105.9711111111
last visited: 2024
unesco id: 1736
world heritage site: 1736
The Xixia Imperial Tombs, inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List in July 2025, are a significant archaeological site in China, preserving the legacy of the Tangut-led Western Xia Dynasty (1038–1227). Featuring nine imperial mausoleums and over 200 accompanying tombs, the site showcases unique pyramid-shaped structures and intricate burial artifacts, reflecting the dynasty’s distinct cultural and architectural achievements. Located at the foot of the Helan Mountains, these tombs provide valuable insights into the Tangut civilization, which thrived along the Silk Road until its destruction by the Mongols.
