The Synthesis of "Shi Huangdi"

An introduction to Shi Huangdi, the first emperor who unified China, standardized its culture, and commissioned the Great Wall and Terracotta Army.

Discover Qin Shi Huang, the visionary and controversial first emperor who unified China, standardized its systems, and left a legacy of immense projects.

Discover the Qin Dynasty, China's first imperial dynasty. Though lasting only 15 years, it unified the nation and laid the foundation for 2,000 years of imperial rule.

Explore Ancient China, one of the world's oldest and most enduring civilizations, and its foundational contributions to technology and culture.

Discover the Battle of Muye, the pivotal conflict that ended the Shang Dynasty and established the Zhou, shaping Chinese history for centuries.

Discover Sui Wen Ti, the powerful founder of the Sui Dynasty who ended centuries of division to reunify China and pave the way for a golden age.

Discover the Han Dynasty (206 BCE–220 CE), a golden age in Chinese history that established cultural and political foundations still relevant today.

An explainer on the Xia dynasty, China's first traditional dynasty. Learn why its existence is debated and how it shapes Chinese culture today.

An overview of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), China's last imperial dynasty, its rise under the Manchus, its cultural peak, and its eventual decline.

An overview of the T'ang Dynasty (618–907 AD), celebrated as a golden age of cosmopolitan culture, artistic achievement, and technological innovation.