ANCIENT CHINA TIMELINE

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  • 2000 BCE

    Start of Xia Dynasty

    The possible start of the Xia Dynasty, China's first dynasty that ended 1600BCE
  • 1700 BCE

    Bronze in China

    The use of Bronze is introduced to China, widely used for ceremonial vessels and spiritual relics
  • 1600 BCE

    Start if Shang Dynasty

    The start of the Shang Dynasty, during which a system of writing was made and large cities were built, the Shang Dynasty ended in 1122BCE
  • 1046 BCE

    Start of Zhou Dynasty

    The start of Zhou Dynasty, China's longest ruling Dynasty, ending in 221BCE
  • 600 BCE

    Cast Iron in China

    The use of cast iron in China begins, improving the strength of farming tools and military weapons.
  • 551 BCE

    Confucious is born

  • 563

    Buddha is born