Hangzhou is the capital and most populous city of Zhejiang province, China, situated at the intersection of the southern terminus of the Grand Canal and the head of Hangzhou Bay. Renowned as one of th
There are traditionally five major historical capitals of China, often addressed using cardinal directions:
Hangzhou
…Zhejiang province, China, situated at the intersection of the southern terminus of the Grand Canal and the head of Hangzhou Bay. Renowned as one of the Eight Ancient Capitals of China, Hangzhou is celebrated for its cultural heritage and its West Lake. Established as a county seat in 221 BC, Hangzhou later served as the capital of…
Tang Paradise, a complex in Xi'an to show the restoration of its past. Xi'an used to be the capital of 13 dynasties, among whom were Zhou, Qin, Han, Sui, and Tang, which are regarded as the most important dynasties in Chinese history
8th century murals in Prince Yide's tomb illustrating the architectures in Chang'an