Architecture in the Pre-history and Early Qin Dynasty of China
摘要
China is a nation with a rich historical legacy. According to historical records, China has a cultural history of over 5,000 years. However, it’s important to differentiate between civilization and culture as two distinct concepts. Culture, in the broad sense, has existed since the dawn of humanity. Civilization, on the other hand, marks a significant shift, characterized by the emergence of two essential hallmarks: the development of writing and the utilization of metals (some argue for a third hallmark, the creation of urban centers).