Map is showing the geographical extension of the Zhou Dynasty as well as surrounding ethnic groups and tribes in the year 1000 B.C. King Wu of Zhou was the first king of the Zhou dynasty in ancient China.

The Zhou dynasty (/dʒoʊ/ JOH) was a royal dynasty of China that existed for 789 years from c. 1046 BC until 256 BC, the longest span of any dynasty in Chinese history. During the Western Zhou period (c. 1046 – 771 BC), the royal house, surnamed Ji, had military control over territories centered on the Wei River valley and North China Plain.

After the foundation of the Zhou dynasty, King Wu and the Duke of Zhou invested kinsmen as rulers of territories (regional states) throughout the empire. Map 1. Western Zhou Period (1050-770 BCE) Map according to Tan Qixiang 谭其骧 (1987), Zhongguo lishi ditu ji 中国历史地图集.

This page collects maps of major Chinese dynasties in Chinese history. All these maps can be enlarged. China Highlights' culture tours take travelers to the highlights of China's imperial monuments, helping them dig deep into local history and culture.

Dec 13, 2024 · Zhou dynasty, dynasty that ruled ancient China for some eight centuries, establishing the distinctive political and cultural characteristics that were to be identified with China for the next two millennia. The Zhou dynasty began in 1046 BCE and ended in 256 BCE.

The Map of the Western Zhou Dynasty shows the area under the rule of the Western Zhou Dynasty. The Zhou dynasty is traditionally subdivided into two periods-the West Zhou dynasty and the East Zhou Dynasty.

Jun 3, 2021 · The Western Zhou Dynasty (1046 BC - 771 BC) is the third dynasty after the Xia and Shang dynasties in China. It is the heyday of Chinese ancient society.

Map of Zhou Dynasty This map shows the location of the ancient Zhou Dynasty. The map shows that the Zhou Dynasty covered portions of modern-day mid-eastern China.

A map of Zhou dynasty China during the Spring and Autumn Period, showing the royal domain and ten major fiefs.

Jan 3, 2014 · The states during the Western Zhou period (1046-771 BCE) in China. Based on Wikipedia content that has been reviewed, edited, and republished. Original image by Philg88. …