Chinese Dynasties Timeline

(c. 2100 BCE - Present)

This timeline provides an overview of the Chinese dynasties, including the major dynasties, their rulers, and important historical events. More Less

Events

2070 BC

1636 AD

1683 AD

12 February 1912

12 February 1912

1917 AD

Key Facts

  1. The Xia Dynasty, the first known dynasty in China, ruled from c. 2070 to c. 1600 BCE.
  2. The Shang Dynasty ruled from c. 1600 to c. 1046 BCE and marks the beginning of Chinese civilization.
  3. The Zhou Dynasty, which lasted from c. 1046 to 256 BCE, saw the rise of philosophical and cultural developments.
  4. The Qin Dynasty, ruled by Qin Shi Huang, was the first imperial dynasty of China and lasted from 221 to 206 BCE.
  5. The Han Dynasty, regarded as a golden age in Chinese history, ruled from 206 BCE to 220 CE and saw significant advancements in science, arts, and governance.

Source

This Chinese Dynasties timeline was generated with the help of AI using information found on the internet.

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