Since ancient times, beauties have occupied an important place in Chinese culture. Especially in ancient literature, beautiful women were often used as subjects. Today, we will introduce the four beauties of ancient Chinese literature, they are Xi Shi, Wang Zhaojun, Diao Chan and Yang Yuhuan.
1.Shih Tzu.
Xi Shi was the beauty of the Yue Kingdom in the Spring and Autumn Period, and one of the four beauties of ancient China. It is said that she was born beautiful and beautiful. At that time, the Yue Kingdom was defeated by the Wu State, and the Yue King Goujian dedicated Xi Shi to the Wu Wangfu in order to take revenge. Fascinated by Xi Shi's beauty, Fucha wasted state affairs, which eventually led to the demise of the state of Wu. With his beauty and wisdom, Xi Shi successfully completed his revenge plan and became the hero of the Yue Kingdom.
2.Wang Zhaojun.
Wang Zhaojun was a beauty in the Western Han Dynasty, because she was elected to the palace, she was not favored by the emperor, and went to the Xiongnu as a princess and made contributions to the peace between Han and Hungary. According to historical records, Wang Zhaojun was beautiful and moving, and was known as one of the four beauties of ancient China. Her deeds have been praised by many literati and writers, and she has become a legendary figure in Chinese history.
3.Diao.
Diao Chan is a beauty in the late Eastern Han Dynasty and is known as one of the "Closed Moon Shy Flowers". She was originally a palace maid in the palace, and later became Dong Zhuo's daughter-in-law. In order to help Wang Yun get rid of Dong Zhuo, Diao Chan sacrificed his body and beauty. In the end, her beauty and wit succeeded in confusing Dong Zhuo and Lu Bu, causing Dong Zhuo to be killed and the country to be stabilized. Diao Chan's deeds have also been widely praised by later generations and have become one of the four beauties of ancient China.
4.Yang Yuhuan.
Yang Yuhuan was a beauty in the Tang Dynasty and was known as one of the "shy flowers and closed moons". She is one of Tang Xuanzong's favorite concubines, and she is favored because of her beauty and talent. However, due to Yang Yuhuan's family background and political struggle, Tang Xuanzong was eventually forced to hang her. Yang Yuhuan's deeds have left a deep imprint in history, becoming one of the four beauties of ancient China, and also becoming the inspiration for future generations.
The above is an introduction to the four beauties in ancient Chinese literature. They have left a deep mark on history with their beauty and intelligence. By understanding the stories and experiences of these beauties, we can better understand the development of ancient Chinese culture and history.