In ancient China, there were four women who were known as the "Four Great Beauties" by later generations because of their peerless looks and far-reaching historical influence. Their beauty is not only fascinating, but also closely related to the historical events of the time, and has become a good story that has been passed down through the ages. Next, we will introduce these four legendary beauties one by one in order of serial number, and take you to appreciate their style.
1. Shih Tzu. Xi Shi is the beauty of the Yue country in the Spring and Autumn Period, and is known as the beauty of "sinking fish". She is naturally beautiful and charming, and it is said that even the fish in the water will forget to swim when they see her reflection and gradually sink to the bottom. Xi Shi's beauty has become an important part of King Goujian's revenge on Wu. She was dedicated to Wu Wangfucha, confused the other party with her beauty, and made great contributions to the victory of the Yue Kingdom.
Second, Wang Zhaojun.
Wang Zhaojun was a beauty in the Western Han Dynasty and was known as the "Falling Goose". She was originally a palace maid in the Han Palace, and because of her beauty and talent, she was chosen as the princess to marry Xiongnu Shan Yu as his wife. Wang Zhaojun's beauty and temperament won the love of the Xiongnu people and made great contributions to the peaceful coexistence between the Han Dynasty and the Xiongnu. According to legend, on her way out of the plug, when she played the pipa, the poignant sound of the piano moved the flying geese, and they landed on the ground to rest, hence the name "falling geese".
3. Diao Chan. Diao Chan is the righteous daughter of Situ Wang Yun's family in the late Eastern Han Dynasty, and is known as the "closed moon". In order to save the Han Dynasty and overthrow the absurd rule of the powerful minister Dong Zhuo, she was entrusted by Wang Yun to stage a series of songs and tears. Diao Chan maneuvered between Dong Zhuo and Lu Bu, successfully separated them, and finally got rid of the thief Dong Zhuo by Lu Bu. According to legend, when she worships the moon, the moon will hide behind the clouds when she sees her beauty, hence the name "closed moon".
Fourth, Yang Yuhuan.
Yang Yuhuan was a beauty during the Tang Dynasty and was known as the "shy flower". She was originally the daughter-in-law of Tang Xuanzong Li Longji, and was later canonized as a noble concubine and became Tang Xuanzong's favorite concubine. Yang Yuhuan's beauty and talent made Tang Xuanzong love her, and the two wrote a poignant love story together. Legend has it that when she touches a flower, the flower will feel ashamed of her beauty and bow her head in shame, hence the name "shy flower".
Summary: The Four Beauties have become a good story in ancient Chinese history with their peerless looks and legendary experiences. Their beauty and the historical stories behind them are intertwined, and together they have forged their legendary status. By delving into the stories and experiences of these four beauties, we can better appreciate the charm and wisdom of ancient women.