In Yinxu, we have witnessed the glory of ancient civilization. This land that has been dormant for thousands of years was rejuvenated in 1899, giving us a glimpse of a new chapter in Chinese history.
Yinxu, located around Xiaotun Village, Yindu District, Anyang City, Henan Province, was the location of the national capital in the late Shang Dynasty. Since the 14th century BC, it has been the political, economic, and cultural center of the Shang Dynasty. It was not until after the fall of the Yin Shang that the city gradually fell into ruins and was submerged by the long river of history.
However, during the excavations in 1928, the Yin Ruins returned to the limelight. In this vast land, archaeologists have found more than 110 Shang Dynasty palace temple building sites, more than 2,500 sacrificial pits and numerous clan settlement sites, as well as 12 royal tombs, family cemeteries, North ** ruins, handicraft workshop ruins oracle bone cellars, etc. These discoveries reveal what the capital of China's Shang Dynasty looked like 3,300 years ago, allowing us to witness the charm of this ancient civilization firsthand.
Among the many cultural relics unearthed in Yinxu, the oracle bone inscription is undoubtedly the most eye-catching. The words engraved on the tortoise shell, although the lines are crooked and illegible, record important events thousands of years ago. The oracle bone inscription is the key to unlocking the Chinese civilization, which witnesses the origin and evolution of Chinese characters and inherits the essence of Chinese civilization.
In addition to the oracle bone inscriptions, many shocking bronzes have also been unearthed in Yin Ruins. One of the most famous is Simu Wuding. This huge bronze vessel is 133 meters, length 11 meter, 078 meters and weighs 875 kg. Even today, this bronze is enough to be breathtaking. It fully demonstrates the superb casting technology of the Yin Shang period more than 3,000 years ago and has become a national treasure.
Yinxu is a large area, covering an area of about 24 square kilometers. From the north to Houying, south to Liujiazhuang, east to Guojiawan, west to Beixinzhuang, about 6 kilometers long, 5 kilometers wide. Judging from the huge scale of the city, the majesty of the palace, the number of unearthed cultural relics, and the exquisite quality, Yinxu was not only one of the most prosperous cities in China but also in the whole world at that time.
In the exploration of Yinxu, we not only saw the brilliant achievements of ancient civilization, but also felt the profound heritage of Chinese culture. These precious cultural heritages have not only been passed down for thousands of years, but they are still nourishing our hearts.
Today, Yinxu has become part of the World Heritage Site and attracts tourists from all over the world. When we stand in front of these ancient ruins, we can't help but be amazed by the wisdom and creativity of the ancients. These sites are an important part of our national history, and they bear witness to how our ancestors thrived and created a glorious civilization on this land.
Overall, Yinxu is a magical and historic place. Here, we can personally feel the charm of ancient civilization and feel the breadth and profundity of Chinese culture. It is not only rich in cultural connotation and historical value, but also a source of patriotic enthusiasm and national pride. Walking into Yinxu and history, let us feel the charm of ancient civilization and explore the long history of Chinese culture.