Stone Stele & 1,000 Characters of Happiness, Great Wall of China
The stone stele stands in front of the wall of the One Thousand Characters of Happiness near the entrance to the Great Wall of China. The 1,000 Characters of Happiness is a fascinating display which reminds visitors of the many reasons to be happy. Each character, and the one on the stele, represents another concept of happiness. The display is found at the entrance to the Great Wall closest to the city of Tianjin near to Mao's Garden.
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Questions & Answers
Where does the name China come from?
- China is named after the Qin Dynasty (pronounced "chin").
What is Banpo Village?
- Banpo Village is a Neolithic site in China. It was inhabited c. 4500-c. 3750 BCE.
What was the first dynasty of China?
- The Xia Dynasty (c. 2070-1600 BCE) was the first dynasty in China.
Can the Great Wall of China really be seen from space?
- No. The claim that the Great Wall of China can be seen from space is a myth.
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External Links
Ancient China for Kids and Teachers - Ancient China for Kids
china.mrdonn.org
List of Rulers of China | Lists of Rulers | Heilbrunn Timeline of Art History | The Metropolitan Museum of Art
www.metmuseum.org
An Introduction to Ancient China
education.asianart.org
Smith College Museum of Ancient Inventions: Compass
www.smith.edu
