10 Interesting Fact About The Qin Dynasty

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• Qin Shi Huang, founder of the Qin Dynasty, is considered to be the first Emperor of China and combines many small countries into a large unit.
• The Qin Dynasty is also known for building a large wall of China, a large project that takes more than 10 years and employs thousands of workers.
• During the Qin Dynasty, the standard Chinese and written systems were adopted and promoted throughout the country.
• The Qin Dynasty has a sophisticated administrative system, including the division of territory into County, District and Province.
• Emperor Qin Shi Huang is also known for issuing a decree to burn all ancient books and bury the scholars alive.
• The Qin Dynasty introduced the first coin money in China.
• This dynasty is also famous for the art of clay sculptures, represented by terracotta figures made to accompany the emperor in his grave.
• Emperor Qin Shi Huang died from drinking the herb of eternity made by the physician, but it turns out the herb is poisonous.
• The Qin Dynasty only lasted for 15 years, but bequeathed many traditions and policies adopted by subsequent dynasties.
• The Qin Dynasty is also famous for developing a broad highway system, which facilitates transportation of goods and military forces.