The Tomb of Bian Que is located in Jinan, the capital of Shandong Province, China. Bian Que, an influential physician, lived during the Warring States period (475–221 BC). He is celebrated as the founder of traditional Chinese medicine. His real name was Qin Yueren, but he was nicknamed “Bian Que” after a legendary doctor from…
Funerary Structures
Tomb of the King of Boni
The Tomb of the King of Boni is a historical site located in Nanjing, China. It commemorates Abdul Majid Hassan, the ruler of Boni (modern Brunei). This tomb symbolizes early cultural and diplomatic ties between China and Southeast Asia during the Ming Dynasty.Historical BackgroundAbdul Majid Hassan ruled Boni during the late 14th and early 15th…
Tomb of Kang Ye
The Tomb of Kang Ye is an important archaeological site in China, dating back to the Northern Wei Dynasty (AD 386–534). Located in Datong, Shanxi Province, this tomb offers valuable insights into the funerary practices and artistic traditions of the era. Kang Ye, whose full name was Kang Yeqian, served as a high-ranking official during…
Tomb of Min Ziqian
The Tomb of Min Ziqian is an important cultural and historical site in Shandong Province, China. Min Ziqian (536–487 BC) was a renowned disciple of Confucius and a prominent figure in Confucian philosophy. His tomb has been preserved as a symbol of filial piety, an essential Confucian virtue.Historical BackgroundMin Ziqian lived during the Spring and…
Tomb of Wirkak
The Tomb of Wirkak, also called the Tomb of Master Shi, is a Sogdian funerary structure located near Xi’an, China. Dating back to AD 579, this tomb provides critical insights into Sogdian culture, trade, and integration into Chinese society during the Northern Zhou dynasty. The tomb was discovered in 2003 and is celebrated for its…
Tomb of Wang Chuzhi
The Tomb of Wang Chuzhi is a well-preserved burial site from the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period (AD 907–960). Located in Quyang County, Hebei Province, China, the tomb provides valuable insights into the cultural and political life of its era.Historical ContextWang Chuzhi (AD 862–923) was a military governor during the late Tang Dynasty and…