The Curious Case of Chinas Ancient Underwater King
The Legend of the Sunken City: A Fascinating Tale from Ancient China
The legend of the underwater kingdom, also known as Shicheng or Lion City, dates back to the Ming Dynasty. This ancient city was submerged in water after the construction of a massive dam in 1959. Today, it has become a popular tourist destination and an intriguing piece of Chinese history.
A Brief History of Paper Money in China
Paper money originated in China during the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD). It was made from mulberry bark and hemp fibers, mixed with water to create a paper-like material called "jiaozi." These early banknotes were used for transactions between merchants and government officials.
The Terracotta Army: An Unmatched Marvel of Ancient China's Military Might
Discovered by local farmers in 1974 near Xi'an, Shaanxi Province, this life-sized army consists of over 8,000 terracotta soldiers guarding Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi's tomb. Each soldier is unique with different facial expressions and clothing reflecting their individual roles within the army.
The Silk Road: A Network Connecting East Asia with Europe
Established during Han Dynasty (206 BC - 220 AD), The Silk Road was a network of trade routes connecting East Asia with Europe through Central Asia and India. It played a significant role in spreading ideas like Buddhism, art styles such as Persian miniatures paintings on silk fabrics that influenced European artists.
China's Longest Underground Tunnel System: Beijing's Hidden Subterranean World
Beneath Beijing lies an extensive network of underground tunnels stretching for over 800 kilometers called "Beijing Subway." Built originally to house underground military bunkers during World War II era conflicts involving Japan against Chiang Kai-shek regime forces based out there at time when PRC didn't yet exist yet but later expanded into modern-day subway system serving millions daily commuters across its five lines covering most parts city area including Forbidden City palace complex central business district where Tiananmen Square is located too!
