A Complete Guide to Qin Dynasty

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the mighty Qin Dynasty.

Legacy

The Qin Dynasty's enduring legacy includes the standardization of currency, weights, and measures, as well as the construction of the Great Wall of China. Their centralization of power and legal system greatly influenced future dynasties in China.

Stories

The Qin Dynasty, known for its ruthless emperor Qin Shi Huang, is filled with epic stories of conquest, betrayal, and the unification of China. From the construction of the Great Wall to the infamous burning of books, this era is a captivating tale of power and ambition.

Overview

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featured image Emperor Qin Shi Huang Ascends the Throne 221 BCE

Summary of Emperor Qin Shi Huang

Unveiling the mysterious rise of China's first emperor.
featured image The Unification of China 221 BCE

Summary of The Unification of China (221 BCE)

Discover the legendary emperor who united a fractured land in ancient China.
featured image The Construction of the Qin Canal 221 BCE

Summary of The Construction of the Qin Canal (221 BCE)

Unravel the ancient secrets of China's remarkable engineering marvel.
featured image The Xiongnu Invasion 215 BCE

Summary of The Xiongnu Invasion (215 BCE)

Uncover the ancient mystery of the Xiongnu's legendary invasion tactics.
featured image The Great Wall Construction Begins 214 BCE

Summary of The Great Wall Construction

Witness the monumental beginning of an architectural wonder in ancient China.
featured image The Burning of Books and Burying of Scholars 213 BCE

Summary of The Burning of Books and Burying of Scholars (213 BCE)

Uncover the ancient mystery of lost knowledge and silenced voices.
featured image The Death of Emperor Qin Shi Huang 210 BCE

Summary of The Death of Emperor Qin Shi Huang (210 BCE)

Unravel the mystery of China's first emperor's eternal resting place.
featured image The Rebellion of Chen Sheng and Wu Guang 209 BCE

Summary of The Rebellion of Chen Sheng and Wu Guang (209 BCE)

Unleash the power of the people in ancient China's uprising.
featured image The Fall of the Qin Dynasty 206 BCE

Summary of The Fall of the Qin Dynasty (206 BCE)

Unravel the mysterious downfall of the powerful Qin Dynasty.
featured image Qins Terracotta Army Unearthed 197 BCE

Summary of Qin’s Terracotta Army Unearthed (197 BCE)

Secrets of an ancient army guarding China's first emperor.

Timeline

259 BCE

Qin State unifies China under King Zheng

247 BCE

King Zheng declares himself Qin Shi Huang

221 BCE

Qin Dynasty officially established after defeating the other Warring States

214 BCE

Construction of the Great Wall of China begins under Qin Shi Huang

213 BCE

Burning of books and burying of scholars by Qin Shi Huang

210 BCE

Qin Shi Huang's mausoleum construction begins, including the Terracotta Army

208 BCE

Qin Shi Huang dies, leading to power struggles and unrest in the dynasty

207 BCE

Rebellion erupts across China against Qin rule

206 BCE

Qin Dynasty collapses with the death of the last Qin ruler, Ziying

202 BCE

Liu Bang establishes the Han Dynasty, ending the Qin Dynasty

1974 CE

Discovery of the Terracotta Army in Xi'an, China

1987 CE

Qin Dynasty's Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site

2012 CE

Qin Dynasty's Great Wall of China designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site

2021 CE

Archaeologists discover new sections of the Great Wall built during the Qin Dynasty

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