Second, wealth. The Tang Dynasty is widely regarded as one of the most successful dynasties in ancient China. Since the reign of Li Shimin (Emperor Taizong), this dynasty has implemented a policy of promoting commerce, which is in sharp contrast with the previous dynasty, because China has always been a country that encourages individual agriculture and restricts commerce. Surplus grain and exquisite handicrafts such as silk soon brought a prosperous market to the whole country and neighboring countries. At that time, some famous commercial cities were characterized by busy markets during the day (curfew was effective at night). The problem Daming Palace well represents the economic achievements of this dynasty. Its area is four times that of the Forbidden City, which is the imperial palace in Tang Gaozong era and a symbol of imperial power. Unfortunately, it was burned later, but it can be visualized through archaeological discoveries.
Third, welfare. The Tang Dynasty drastically reduced taxes. Ordinary farmers just want to pay an appropriate income, except that they all have the same size of fertile land promised by law. Salt, alcoholic beverages and so on are not taxed. Restaurants and bar shops can be seen everywhere, so all citizens can enjoy a good leisure time. Compared with other dynasties, farmers and urban population at that time were relatively rich.
Fourth, military power. The military strength of the Tang Dynasty, whether related technology or the number of soldiers, was somewhat strong. In the early years of the Tang dynasty, the empire sought military expansion, so the army was well-trained and well-led, not to mention they were composed of professional troops. As a result, the Korean Peninsula, Japan, Tibet and many Central Asian countries at that time submitted their military strength to the Tang Dynasty. The Tang Dynasty relied on joint forces, so cavalry, infantry and navy all played their roles, which increased the compatibility of the army. The Tang Dynasty also created imperial military examinations to find the most talented and brave generals in the empire. From the point of view of post-employment, this is obvious.
The fifth is cultural influence. In the heyday of the dynasty, some of the most famous poets, painters, calligraphers and other ancient artists in China were born. Like Li Bai, Du Fu and Yan Zhenqing. Even Emperor Li Longji himself (the ruler who led China into the prosperous era of Kaiyuan) was a famous singer and artist with excellent poems and other art forms. Later, he gave up the role of being appointed emperor, causing confusion and entering the heart of the empire. However, art is in its heyday, countless famous artists have been praised and praised by people, almost all major arts have been appreciated by the people at that time, and cultural exchanges have also been used in diplomacy. Japan is the country most influenced by dynasty culture.
Finally, it affects people's norms. Although the Tang Dynasty was rich to some extent, the emperor would encourage thrift as a social norm. Officials are set as role models and face restrictions in terms of clothing and residence. The test of empire is not the only criterion for selecting competent officials. Candidates must be recommended by respected celebrities, so they must be fair, frugal and dedicated, which leads to an efficient government. The Tang Dynasty was also an era of embracing foreign cultures and nations, so friendly foreign tourists were treated well all over the country. Neighboring countries also sent envoys, making the dynasty the center of Asia.
It is generally believed that the rise of Wu Zetian has greatly improved people's understanding of gender equality, but some deep-rooted views on women are still stronger than the people. Moreover, I believe that the dynasty still achieved great prosperity without the degree of gender equality introduced during and after the reign of Wu Zetian, because historical facts tell us that the first two emperors before the reign gathered considerable power and wealth, and they were very talented in national crafts. The above is an overview of the prosperous times of the Tang Dynasty. In addition to historical review, we can also find the present dynasty heritage.
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The Tang Dynasty (6 18-907) was a unified dynasty after the Sui Dynasty, which experienced 2/kloc-0 emperors and enjoyed the country for 289 years. It is also called, because the royal family name is Li, and it is considered as one of the most powerful times in China.
At the end of the Sui Dynasty, the world was in harmony. In 6 17 AD, Tang Taigong Li Yuan Jinyang rose up and proclaimed himself emperor in Chang 'an the following year. Emperor Taizong advocated the rule of chastity after he succeeded to the throne. Tang Gaozong inherited Zhenguan's legacy and initiated the "rule of eternal emblem". In 690, Wu Zetian took the Tang Dynasty of Zhou Dynasty as the capital and Luoyang as the historical name. In 705, after the Dragon Revolution, Tang Zhongzong restored the title of the Tang Dynasty. After Tang Xuanzong ascended the throne, he made great efforts to govern and created a prosperous new century in which all ethnic groups came to Korea. At the end of Tianbao, the national population reached 80 million. After the Anshi Rebellion, the vassal and eunuch forces gradually declined, and were revived by Tang Xianzong Yuanhe Zhongxing, Tang Wuzong Huichang Zhongxing and Tang Xuanzong in the middle and late period. In 878, the Huang Chao Uprising broke out, destroying the foundation of the Tang Dynasty. In 907, Zhu Wen usurped the Tang Dynasty, which perished, and China entered the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms. ?
The Tang Dynasty is the largest and only unified Central Plains dynasty without the Great Wall. The territory of the Tang Dynasty surpassed that of modern China in both the west and the north. After the attack of the East Turkistan and Xue Yantuo in the Tang Dynasty, Emperor Tiandi was honored as Tiankhan by the four nationalities, and used the detention system to recruit Turks, Uighurs, Tiele, Qidan, Mohong and Shiwei to attack enemy countries, so that vassal countries such as Nanzhao, Silla, Bohai and Japan could learn their own culture and system.
Is the science, technology, culture, economy and art of the Tang Dynasty diversified? A large number of famous artists emerged in the field of poetry, calligraphy and painting, such as poet Li Bai, poet Du Fu, poet Bai Juyi, calligrapher Yan Zhenqing, painters Wu Daozi and Li Sixun, musician Li Guinian and so on. The Tang Dynasty accepted the exchange and study of various nationalities at home and abroad and formed an open international culture.
The Tang dynasty was the most powerful empire in the world at that time, and its reputation spread far and wide overseas, and it had contacts with Asian and European countries. After the Tang Dynasty, many overseas people called China a Tangren.
References:
Tang Dynasty-Baidu Encyclopedia