China

This page will eventually contain information on the Chinese civilization

China is one of the world's oldest civilizations, and is believed to have established the state system in B.C. 4600 which lasted for 3000 years.

Although many Chinese supporters claim that their history extends 5,000 years, it is universally acknowledged that only 3,000 years of history can actually be traced from the historical data. There is no controversy, however, about the origin of the Chinese civilization--the northern part of the Yellow River Valley. In the 5th century B.C., China entered the Feudal Age. By the 2nd century B.C., China had become a united multi-ethnic Imperial country with abundant culture. Only one century later, China had ascended to become one of the richest countries in the world. Throughout history, China has experienced glorious periods such as the Han, Sui, Tang and Ming dynasties. By the 13th century A.D., China reached a summit and became one of the most burgeoning trading and cultural centers in the world. China contributed enormously to scientific development with its agriculture discoveries and labor industry. Their four greatest inventions are the compass, papermaking, printing and gunpowder.

====Chinese Famous Cities ==== Chinese Capital

Xi'an, the capital of ancient China, is one of the four famous ancient world capitals. Throughout Chinese history, it is by far the most influential city with a long history of dynasties building their capitals there. According to Shih Chi, it is revered and referred to as the “heavenly city," a cradle of the Chinese civilization. Four famous cities

Taiyuan, surrounded by mountains on 3 sides with a river on the fourth, is considered as one of the most famous and most beautiful city in Northern China. Because of its location, it is also the focus of many battles.

Changsha is located on the South Central plains of China close to Xiang River. The city has a very long and colorful history, including possessing the Han Dynasty's Mawangui Tombs.

Dali City, situated in the west of Yunnan Province, possesses one of the country's seven freshwater lakes--Erhai Lake. It is also a famous historic cultural city of China and was once the capital city of the Nanzhao and Dali Regimes in the ancient China, a city of picturesque beauty.

Xining is the gateway city to the Tibetan Plateau, making it very important strategically. It is the transportation center and trade city between the Tibetan Plateau and Central Plains.

====Civilization Perks ====
 * o Food Production +20%
 * o Greater Defense Ability

====Special Units ====
 * o Cho Ku Archer (ranged)
 * o Mangudias (mounted infantry)