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History of China
Questions about Chinese people, events, customs and cultures, including the various Chinese dynasties in existence throughout nearly 5000 years of China's history.
6,134 Questions
Did women in ancient china have the same rights as men?
No. Women had no legal rights in ancient China. They were under the complete and absolute control of their husbands. The only authority they had was over the running of the household, the servants if any, and any younger wives since men could have multiple wives. The first wife held authority over subsequent wives.
How does the Chinese celebrate Chinese New Year?
To prepare for the Chinese New Year, they would first clean their house. It is believed that by doing this, you would get rid of all the bad luck collected in the past year. You also must prepare enough food that will last three days because for the first few days you are not allowed to cut through your food, for it is believed that you cut off your good luck. You also have to make sure you pay all your debts and resolve all your fights for the old year, so you can go into the New Year with a clean slate.
Decorating, like in any other holiday is very important. Most of the decorations were in red. The reason that they do this is because there was a monster who would always like to eat the people, so a wise man told the people that the monster was afraid of noise, lights, and the color red. Ever since they got this information, they started painting their doors red along with fireworks.
Like many other things, the Chinese brought a fresh pair of clothing for the new year. They would mostly buy red clothing because it was good luck. Some people also wear a specific clothing that you are supposed to wear for New Year's. Not only did they get knew clothes, but they also got new haircuts. They would try to look as best as possible on Chinese New Year. When eating food during the new year, it was not just its taste that got the food on the table, but more the meaning. For example, the noodles meant long life. Clams and spring rolls symbolized wealth. Tangerines and Oranges were also given at the table because tangerines sound like luck and oranges sound like wealth.
During Chinese New Year, there are messages you can hang around your home or office that is asking for good fortune, called Hui Chun. Some people ask for wealth, health, the old students in studies, and so on. As you would expect, they are written on red strips. Money would also be given in red packets (Hong Bao),that would ward of evil spirits. It is also traditionally practiced by many that you must give an even number in order for it to be lucky. Not all, but some people believe that the amount you give anybody cannot have "4" in it, such as 40, 14, or 444.
One activity that everyone takes part in is the fireworks. If you could get to the fireworks you would most likely try to see them.
Was the zhou dynasty peaceful and prosperous?
no, many people died during the Qin dynasty and many were injured
Why is the Chinese civilization han dynasty considered a Golden Age?
because in this dinasty made the confiucianism study and modern war weapons
What building is very long this massive object was built thousands of years ago?
It is the Great Wall of China.
How did India fit into the trade along the Silk Road?
India was an impotant part of the silk road because it was located along the center. India exported their main products, like gems and spices, in return for horses, bullion, and silk from China.
yes i can noodles and other Chinese food are cultral features
Why do the Chinese people make Lanterns on The Chinese New Year Celebration?
they symbolize chasing away bad/evil spirits with the light
Where does the relationship between China and Tibet stand today?
Shamefully, Tibet has been militarily occupied by China for many years.
What are the four virtues that guided the lives of ancient Chinese women?
painting, poetry, music, and go
Did the Silk Route pass through western china?
The eastern Silk road passed Luoyang, Chang'an, Dunhuang, Kucha, Kashgar, Taklimakan Desert, Gobi Desert, and the Pamir mountains
Where is forbidden city located?
Forbidden City or also known as Palace Museum is located in Beijing China. The museum has 9,999 rooms and open to Beijingâ??s visitors. This museum symbolizes wealth and power.
When was ancient China at its peak of success?
I would say the peaks of ancient China were in the Han and Song dynasties.
Where did the tang dynasty came from?
"It was founded by the Li (李) family, who seized power during the decline and collapse of the Sui Empire. The Sui Dyansty's second emperor was very cruel and wasted a lot of the state's resources and the people all hated him. Towards the end of his reign, the country was weak militarily so Li Yuan and his sons could seize power. The dynasty was interrupted briefly by the Zhou Dynasty when Empress Wu Zetian seized the throne, becoming the first and only Chinese empress regnant, ruling in her own right."
What steps did emperor qin take to unify china?
First, Shi Huangdi ended the feudal state system. He then reorganized China into states and counties under a central controlling government. And for defense, he connected all the walls along the northern border together to make what is now known as the Great Wall. He also supported the irrigation system along the Yangtze Valley, helping to support the Chinese people.
Who was one of the founders of HTE Chinese communist party?
Li, Da Zhao was one the most famous ones, and he was a great man
When did China take over Tibet?
In the twelfth century, the Mongol Empire rose to power and expanded aggressively. Sakyapa, or the Stripe sect, was quite powerful among all the sects at that time. The Mongol Emperor negotiated with the abbot of Sakyapa and assisted him to become the ruler of Tibet. From then on, Tibet became an appendage of the Mongol Empire.
In 1254, Kublai Khan granted supreme authority over Tibet to the leader of Sakyapa. Sakya Pandit was appointed to become the imperial preceptor and a high official in his court. Tibet was thus incorporated as one of the 13 provinces of China.
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Communist China became the controlling power in Tibet in 1950.
Why was china known as the Celestial Empire?
One ancient name of China is Celestial Empire. China is not an empire anymore, but the name still exists in articles, stories, movies, and TV shows. The name is a direct translation of Chinese term Tian Chao (天朝), namely empire of heaven. The origin of it can be traced back to the traditional religion of China. In China, heaven is often considered the highest deity. The emperors are the sons of the heaven (Tian Zi or 天子) and are born to govern the country. Sometime, the emperors are also considered as the human form of Chinese dragon (Loong, or 龙）. So the full name should be Zhen Loong Tian Zi (真龙天子，Real Dragon the Heaven's Son）. There are several other names of China called by Chinese in history. The most widely known is Zhong Guo, or Middle Kingdom. That is when people thought the world is formed as China in center. It is a similar idea when European people called various Asia regions as Middle East and Far East. The difference is that this name has been used for almost three thousands years. Another name is less known outside China but very common in China. It's Cathay, or Huaxia (华夏). One theory claims that's because the first dynasty of China is called Xia and Hua means great and wonderful. So Cathy means Great Xia Dynasty. Later on, people sometime omit the second word Xia, and just call China Hua. Indeed, the name used in both People's Republic of China and Republic of China is Zhong Hua (中华）. One more name that is almost never heard outside China is Yan Huang Zi Sun (炎黄子孙), or the decedent of Yan and Huang. According to ancient Chinese history, all Chinese can be traced back to two major tribes. The leaders of these two tribes are called Yan and Huang, respectively. So all the Chinese are considered the decedent of Yan and Huang no matter where they are living now.
