US Edition573 Ancient Stone Fortresses Found in Northwest China
- A six-year archaeological survey in Shaanxi Province uncovered 573 ancient stone fortress settlements from the prehistoric era to the Shang Dynasty .
- The survey utilized existing water system maps for locating sites and involved aerial mapping and specimen collection.
- The findings show an evolution of the fortresses in scale, layout, and construction techniques, highlighting the development of a social hierarchy.
- The survey offers valuable insights into the origins and evolution of prehistoric settlements in northern China, as noted by Ma Mingzhi, head of the team.
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Archaeologists Discover 573 Ancient Stone Fortresses in China
Stone fortress wall from Ming dynasty in China. Credit: Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 2.1 es A six-year archaeological survey in Shaanxi Province, northwest China, has uncovered 573 ancient stone fortresses, revealing a significant record of early settlement development. The fortresses, many located along riverbanks, span a period from the late Yangshao culture around 2800 BC to the early Zhou Dynasty around 1000 BC. Led by the Yulin city cultura…
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