Yinxu

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. What is the location?Anyang, Henan Province, People's Republic of China
2. What is the primary archaeological significance?Discovery of oracle bone script, the earliest confirmed Chinese writing
3. What is Yinxu and why is it important?Yinxu is the ruins of the Shang dynasty’s last capital. It shows the first Chinese writing and proves that the ancient kingdom really existed.
4. Where is Yinxu located?Yinxu is near the modern city of Anyang in Henan province, China.

Shang Dynasty: A major Bronze Age dynasty in China, known for its advanced bronze casting and the development of early Chinese script.
Oracle Bone Script: The earliest attested form of Chinese writing, found on inscribed animal bones and turtle shells used for divination.
Archaeological Excavation: The systematic uncovering and study of material remains to understand past human life and activity.
Divination: The practice of seeking knowledge of the future or the unknown by supernatural means.