Should Yuan Dynasty be considered a part of Chinese history?

Let's start with Twenty-Four Histories, the Chinese official historical books covering a period from 3000 BC to the Ming dynasty in the 17th century and History of Yuan is part of the collection. It was commissioned by Hongwu Emperor who was the founder of the Ming dynasty. read more

The Yuan Dynasty is considered a part of Chinese history, even though foreign Mongol invaders were its rulers. It asted 97 years and gave way to the Ming Dynasty, known for its cultural and technological advances. read more

Facts About the Yuan Dynasty The Yuan empire was founded by an illiterate nomad named Genghis Khan. The Yuan Dynasty, ruled by Kublai from 1279, was the first foreign-led dynasty in ancient China. Kublai's empire was the first to use paper money as the main currency. read more

It was the first time China had been united in 300 years. It also brought greater foreign contacts and trade to China. read more