Chinese history

Chinese history

Contributors in Chinese history

Chinese history

The Shang dynasty was established in 1766 BC, it is the first documented era of ancient China. During this time there was a well developed hierarchy which consisted of a king, nobles, commoners, and ...

Ancient China Silk Route

History; Chinese history

The silk route was the most important trade route in ancient china. The route which extends approximately four thousand miles was used to transport silk, perfumes, cosmetics, fabrics and herbs which ...

Tang Dynasty

History; Chinese history

The Tang dynasty reigned from 618 AD – 907 AD; it was a strong and brilliant dynasty that cannot be compared to any other. It was a very big empire that stretched from Korea in the north, southern ...

Polo Marco

History; Chinese history

Polo Marco is an ancient adventurer who wrote books about the Far East. Many people after reading his books were compelled to visit China, Japan, and India. Even Columbus more than 200 years later ...

Six Dynasties

History; Chinese history

This was the period of the turbulent six dynasties of ancient China that ran from the end of the Han dynasty in 220 AD till the conquest of southern china by the Sui dynasty in 589. The six dynasties ...

Sun Zi

History; Chinese history

Sun Zi wrote the earliest known military and war strategy; “The Art of War”. Though little is known about him, this thirteen chapter manuscript is attributed to him. It emphasizes surprise and ...

feng shui

History; Chinese history

Feng shui is an ancient Chinese art that is used to promote health, wealth and prosperity. It literally means wind-water. Wind which cannot be seen and water which cannot be grasped. It is a ...