The Synthesis of "Zhou Dynasty"

Discover the Chou (Zhou) Dynasty, the longest in Chinese history, which established foundational philosophies and political concepts still relevant today.

Explore the Zhou Dynasty, the longest in Chinese history, which established the Mandate of Heaven and fostered foundational philosophies like Confucianism.

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

An overview of the 842 BC Compatriots Rebellion in China, a pivotal event where citizens exiled a tyrannical king and established a regency.

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

Discover the Shang Dynasty, the first historically verified dynasty of China, known for its bronze work, and the earliest form of Chinese writing.

An overview of the Warring States period, an era of intense conflict in ancient China that ultimately led to unification and a philosophical golden age.

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

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

An essential guide to understanding the two major Jin Dynasties in Chinese history: the Sima clan's rule (266–420) and the Jurchen-led empire (1115–1234).