Western Xia Tombs (Ningxia)

The Western Xia Imperial Tombs, also known as the Western Xia Tombs or the Western Xia Imperial Mausoleums, are referred to as the 'Pyramids of the East.' They are located at the eastern foot of the Helan Mountains in the western suburbs of Yinchuan City, about 35 kilometers from the city center. This area is the burial site of the emperors of the Western Xia dynasty. The tomb area stretches 10 kilometers from north to south and 4 kilometers from east to west, covering nearly 50 square kilometers. It contains nine imperial tombs and over 140 accompanying tombs of nobles and ministers. The Western Xia Imperial Tombs are influenced by Buddhist architecture, integrating Han culture, Buddhist culture, and Tangut ethnic culture, forming a unique style in Chinese mausoleum architecture.