The Xia dynasty, lasting approximately 471 years, established familial succession in imperial Chinese rule, with sons inheriting the throne. This tradition has endured thousands of years until the end of the dynastic system in the early 20th century. #History

Metallurgy, including bronze production, began in China around 2000 BCE. The Pre-Qin era is often called the Bronze Age due to the flourishing of bronze art and the production of ritual bronzes, with wine vessels being just one of the significant aspects of this period. #History

The 'Records of the Grand Historian' (史记), compiled by Sima Qian during the Han Dynasty, is a key source for understanding the pre-Qin era of Chinese history. According to traditional accounts, the Xia Dynasty began around 2070 BCE and was founded by Yu the Great. #History

New research suggests that modern humans (Homo sapiens) inhabited northern China around 45,000 years ago, pushing back previous evidence near Beijing by 5,000 years. This expands our understanding of human presence in the region. #EastAsia #HumanEvolution

Large-scale agriculture in ancient China provided crucial resources for warfare. Huangdi, a prominent figure of the Three Divine Sovereigns and Five Emperors, inspired many legends of military prowess. This led to 'Huangdi' becoming the title for all imperial rulers of China.

Rice agriculture in China, originating along the Yangtze River, started on a large scale during the Daxi culture period(5000–3300 BC) in the middle Yangtze region, later spreading to the lower Yangtze region during the Liangzhu culture period(3300–2300 BC). #YangtzeRiver #History

In the Chinese myth of Pangu, the creation of the world is described. Pangu emerged from a cosmic egg, separating the sky and earth as he grew. Upon his death, his body transformed into the world's elements, his legacy living on in the natural elements that surrounded it. #Pangu

Longshan culture found 'Longshan giants' in 2017, some reaching 180-190 cm. Diet credited for their height. By 2020, average height of 19-year-old Chinese males rose to 175.7 cm, continuing trend. In 30 years, contemporary heights may match those of ancient giants. #AncientGiants

In Chinese mythology, the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors（三皇五帝） were legendary rulers who reigned before the Xia dynasty, laying the foundation for Chinese civilization. Their stories are preserved in ancient texts although their historical existence is debated. #History

In Pre-Qin times, owl images symbolized victory and gods of the night, but later became associated with death in Chinese folk tradition. Now, owls are experiencing a resurgence in popularity in China, captivating many with their mystique and beauty. #Culture

During the Neolithic period, the Hongshan culture in northeastern China coexisted with the Yangshao culture along the Yellow River. The Hongshan people cultivated millet and practiced pig farming, shaping China's pork consumption legacy. #NeolithicChina #HongshanCulture

The presence of a jar depicting a stork catching fish, with a stone axe below, indicates that the Yangshao culture, an influential Neolithic society along the Yellow River, integrated farming with fishing and hunting. #YangshaoCulture #Neolithic #YellowRiver #Farming #art

The Yellow River, known as both the 'Cradle of Chinese Civilization' and the 'River of Sorrow,' has witnessed over 1,500 major floods and nine significant course changes in its 3,000-year history, impacting early communities like the Yangshao culture. #YellowRiver #History

The discovery of two more than 100,000-year-old human skulls at Lingjing, China, resembling Neanderthals, suggests ancient East Asian populations predated modern humans, providing insights into human evolution in the region. #EastAsia #HumanEvolution

#AncientChineseBeliefs : The Chu Silk Manuscript, dating back to around 300 BC, unveils ancient Chinese beliefs about the universe's origin. It illustrates chaos & darkness preceding creation, emphasizing the pivotal role of qi, the essence of all things, in shaping the universe.

Today marks the Qingming Festival, dating back to the Eastern Zhou Dynasty 2,500 years ago. Originally established to honor Jie Zitui, who saved the brother of Shensheng, Duke Wen of Jin, the festival has evolved into a tradition where families pay tribute to their ancestors.

Gong Bao Chicken is one of Sichuan's most celebrated gastronomic creations, named after Ding Baozhen, a governor of the late Qing Dynasty who brought attention to the dish. It features diced, mouth-melting tender chicken cooked in a spicy sauce with Sichuan peppercorns. #Food

The Longshan culture along the Yellow River began constructing walled settlements, likely marking the start of city building. These settlements featured tamped earth walls, up to 10 meters thick, a traditional technique also used in later constructions. #History

Homo erectus, including Peking Man, likely originated in East Africa 2 million years ago. The ancestry of East Asian populations is debated; some scholars suggest they descended from Homo sapiens who left Eastern Africa 60,000 to 100,000 years ago. #HumanOrigins #EastAsia

The inscriptions on bronze artifacts from the Western Zhou Dynasty often detail significant historical events. Notably, the depicted plate provided historians with the first well-documented sequence of the era's kings. #History #BronzeInscriptions #HistoricalRecords