1. Geographical strategic considerations: Chang 'an, as the capital of the Tang Dynasty, is located in the Guanzhong Plain and the northwest of China. However, the Tang Dynasty needed to better manage and control the eastern regions, such as Henan, Shandong and other important regions. Luoyang is located in the middle reaches of the Yellow River, close to the eastern region. Moving the capital to Luoyang can more conveniently supervise and exercise the rule over the eastern region.
2. Convenient internal and external transportation: Luoyang enjoys a superior geographical position, located in the middle reaches of the Yellow River and a transportation hub. Moving the capital to Luoyang is conducive to strengthening the ties between the Tang Dynasty and the central plains, and to the defense and strategic layout of the northern border of the Tang Dynasty. At the same time, Luoyang is located in the main road of east, west, north and south, which helps to strengthen the convenience of trade between Tang Dynasty and China and foreign countries.
3. Cultural inheritance and historical significance: Luoyang has a long history and was once the capital of the Eastern Zhou Dynasty, with profound cultural heritage. Moving the capital to Luoyang in the Tang Dynasty is helpful to inherit and carry forward the Central Plains culture and make it continue. This move is of great significance to cultural prosperity and political stability, and also reflects the respect and inheritance of historical traditions in the Tang Dynasty.
Features of the Tang Dynasty:
1. Expansion of national territory: The Tang Dynasty was one of the dynasties with the largest territory in the history of China. During the Zhenguan period, the territory of the Tang Dynasty reached its peak, including Chinese mainland, Mongolia, Korea, South Vietnam and parts of Central Asia. This provided a broad space for economic prosperity and cultural exchanges in the Tang Dynasty.
2. Prosperous economy and trade: The Tang Dynasty was one of the most prosperous periods in the history of China. Through the Silk Road, Maritime Silk Road and inland river transportation, the Tang Dynasty carried out extensive trade with Central Asia, Arabia, India and other countries, which promoted economic development. In addition, the Tang Dynasty also implemented many measures such as reclaiming farmland and building water conservancy projects, which increased agricultural output and promoted the prosperity of the country.
3. Cultural Prosperity and Innovation: The Tang Dynasty was the golden age of cultural prosperity in China. In the Tang Dynasty, poetry reached its peak, and the works of poets such as Du Fu and Bai Juyi were still widely praised. Many outstanding cultural figures appeared in the Tang Dynasty, such as Han Yu and Liu Zongyuan, who made great contributions to literature, history, philosophy and religion. In addition, the Tang dynasty also introduced foreign cultures, such as Buddhism and Uighur culture, which contributed to the multi-cultural integration.
4. Social stability and legal system construction: The implementation of the imperial examination system in the Tang Dynasty promoted social mobility and justice, and provided fair opportunities for selecting talents. The Tang Dynasty also established a perfect legal system and promulgated many codes and legal provisions to maintain social order and safeguard people's rights and interests.