Yinxu, as one of the birthplaces of ancient Chinese civilization, is home to countless precious national treasures. Today, let's walk into Yinxu together, explore those national treasures that have been tempered by the years but still shine, and unlock new knowledge points.
Yinxu, located in Anyang City, Henan Province, is the site of the capital city of the late Shang Dynasty in China. In this magical land, the brilliant Shang Dynasty civilization was once born. Today, the excavation and research of Yinxu not only reveal the political, economic, cultural and other aspects of Shang Dynasty society, but also let us appreciate the exquisite bronze casting technology and superb oracle bone writing art of the Shang Dynasty ancestors.
Among the many national treasures in Yinxu, it has to be mentioned that those exquisite bronzes. These bronzes are of different shapes and exquisite craftsmanship, which not only reflects the superb level of bronze production in the Shang Dynasty, but also reflects the aesthetic concepts and religious beliefs of the society at that time. Among them, the most famous is the Simu Wu Dafang Ding, which is the largest and heaviest bronze ritual vessel unearthed in the world, and is known as the "treasure of the town". Its majestic momentum and exquisite craftsmanship all highlight the unique charm of the bronze culture of the Shang Dynasty.
In addition to the bronzes, the oracle bone inscriptions in Yinxu are also a highlight. The oracle bone script is the earliest mature writing system in China and is known as the "originator of Chinese characters". In the oracle bone inscriptions unearthed in Yin Ruins, we can see the records of the life of the ancestors of the Shang Dynasty, the worship of the gods, and the depiction of war. These words not only provide us with valuable historical information, but also let us feel the awe and love of the ancients for words.
The excavation and research of Yinxu not only provide us with valuable historical information, but also allow us to have a deeper understanding of ancient civilization. These national treasure-level cultural relics not only witness the glory of the Shang Dynasty civilization, but also provide an important carrier for us to inherit and carry forward the excellent traditional Chinese culture.
Standing on the ancient land of Yinxu, we seem to be able to hear the distant historical echo and feel the profound cultural heritage. Let us continue to explore the mysteries of these national treasures with awe, inherit and carry forward the excellent culture of the Chinese nation, and contribute wisdom and strength to the building of a community with a shared future for mankind.