One of the oldest cities found in China
In the Chinese city district of Zhengzhou, archaeologists have found an ancient settlement that existed in 2300 BC. The discovery was reported by representatives of the Municipal Institute of cultural relics and archeology of Zhengzhou. The area of the study area covers approximately 280 thousand square meters.
The city was built during the Yangshao culture, which originated 7 thousand years ago. According to the researchers, the settlement was surrounded by a deep moat that served a defensive function. In the center of the city was a residential area. The remains of a primitive sewer system, traces of roads and altars for religious rituals are located throughout the territory. In addition, scientists have found many artifacts, in particular, items that indicate that people at that time were already producing silk.
According to the find, the Chinese civilization is much older than previously thought. The area where the city was located was repeatedly inhabited for thousands of years.
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