China had a long history and rich cultural heritage and historical documents. The following are some of the key moments and events in Chinese history: 1 Xia Dynasty (about 2070-about 1600 B.C.) The Xia Dynasty was the first dynasty in Chinese history. It was established around 2070 B.C. and lasted for about 470 years. The political system of the Xia Dynasty was based on tribal alliances. The economic and cultural development was relatively backward. However, the ruler of the Xia Dynasty, Yu the Great, laid the foundation for the development of ancient Chinese civilization after he dealt with the flood. 2. Shang Dynasty (c. 1600-c. 1046 B.C.) The Shang Dynasty was the second dynasty in Chinese history. It was founded around 1600 B.C. and lasted for about 470 years. The Shang Dynasty was one of the most important periods of ancient Chinese civilization. It developed cultural achievements such as bronze ware and writing. It was also an important period of war and trade. 3. Western Zhou (c. 1046 B.C. -771 A.D.) The Western Zhou Dynasty was a period in Chinese history. It was established around 1046 B.C. and lasted about 276 years. The Western Zhou Dynasty was one of the most important periods of ancient Chinese civilization. There were many important cultural achievements such as writing, music, dance, painting, etc. 4. Eastern Zhou (771 - 256) The Eastern Zhou Dynasty was a period in Chinese history. It was established in 771 A. D. and lasted about 546 years. The Eastern Zhou Dynasty was divided into the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period. Many important political systems and cultural achievements appeared, such as Confucianism, Taoism, Mohism, Legalism and other schools of thought. 5. Qin Dynasty (221 - 206) The Qin Dynasty was a short-lived dynasty in Chinese history. It was established in 221 AD and lasted only 15 years. After the Qin Dynasty unified the six countries, it achieved the first unification in Chinese history and laid the foundation for the later Han Dynasty. 6 Han Dynasty (206 - 220 AD) The Han Dynasty was a powerful dynasty in Chinese history. It was established in 206 AD and lasted for 225 years. The Han Dynasty was one of the most important periods of ancient Chinese civilization. It developed a powerful economy and culture, such as Confucianism, Taoism, Legalism and other schools of thought.