Abstract:Mining is an important economic industry in China. With the ongoing development of mining activities in China, the pollution of surrounding sites and soil is becoming more prominent. Researchers are increasingly focusing on soil remediation at mining sites. The current research status of anti-seepage and barrier technologies and ecological restoration techniques were summarized, and a bibliometric analysis for both techniques was conducted. The technical principles and current status of material development for horizontal/vertical barrier technologies, soil property improvement methods, and the principles of selection and arrangement of plant species in phytoremediation were briefly outlined. This article serves as a source of inspiration and reference for the restoration of mining site areas.