The Ancients Liangzhu: Cradle of Chinese Civilisation?
Sep 10, 2023
Explore the origins of Chinese civilization through the Liangzhu culture, known as one of the cradles of Chinese civilization. Discover the water and hydraulic systems, jade artifacts and symbolism, and the social, economic, and environmental changes happening in China during this time. The podcast also discusses the engineering and way of living in Liangzhu, the connections and multiple centers of civilizations in ancient China, and the contrasting views of Chinese and Western archaeologists on the beginning of civilization in China.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Defining State-Level Society and Civilizations in Chinese Archaeology
02:54 • 3min
Changes in China: Agriculture, Culture, and Environment
05:45 • 13min
Liangzhu: The Water City and Ancient Architecture
18:47 • 7min
Jade Artifacts and Symbolism
25:31 • 17min
Connections and Multiple Centers of Civilizations in Ancient China
42:05 • 6min