What is ancient China known for?

Ancient China produced what has become the oldest, still extant, culture in the world. The name `China’ comes from the Sanskrit Cina (derived from the name of the Chinese Qin Dynasty, pronounced `Chin’) which was translated as `Cin’ by the Persians and seems to have become popularized through trade along the Silk Road from China to the rest of the world. read more

2) Great wall of China. The great wall of china is one of the seven wonder’s of the world! Known for it’s extensive length of about 8,851.8 kms, great wall of China was mainly built to protect along the east to west line across the northern borders of China, to protect against attacks by various nomadic groups and invasions. read more

It is difficult to be sure about China’s early ancient history. Most historians agree that civilization occurred sometime around 2000 BCE around the Yellow River. China was home to one of the four early civilizations found around the world. read more