Depends on how you define great. If conquering and cnquests are termed great , then yes . If the self advancement is termed great then a big NO. The Rig Veda was way more enlightening than the Ancient Greek scriptures. read more
Wootz steel was the finest steel of the ancient, and it was very material used for damascus sword and other famous sword of the ancient time. China too was advanced, and had limited trade with Persia. It was Spring and Autumn ~ Warring State period of China, and it was actually one the period that Chinese culture flourished. read more
To compare China with the West historically, let's go all the way back to Ancient Greece, the first civilization in Europe, and compare it with Ancient China. 1. Overview. The image below highlights Ancient Greece and Ancient China in timelines. Specifically, let's focus on four aspects: Ancient philosophers: the Greeks vs. the Chinese. read more
The city had a population of between 20,000 and 25,000 -- ancient Athens, at this time, had only 10,000 people. India was also the birthplace of all modern martial arts styles. Almost all martial arts styles which yield from China are descended from Indian styles. read more