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The Shang Dynasty Zhaigou Site in Qingjian, Shaanxi: Shaanxi Academy of Archaeology; School of Archaeology and Museology, Peking University; Yulin Cultural Heritage Survey Team; Yulin Institute for the Conservation of Cultural Heritage; Qingjian County Museum

  • Published In: Chinese Archaeology, 2025, v. 25, n. 1. P. 106 1 of 2

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 2

Abstract

Recent excavations at the Zhaigou site in Shaanxi from 2022 to 2023 have revealed a major late Shang dynasty settlement complex with abundant remains and distinctive cultural features. Key discoveries include a large rammed-earth architectural complex at Zhaiyuangai, interpreted as a ceremonial and public center, and a bronze-casting workshop at Yutaliang, evidenced by numerous clay molds for vessels and chariot fittings. These findings reflect both close ties to the Shang heartland and strong regional characteristics, offering new insights into the political and geographic structure of Shang-period polities, as well as cultural exchange and interaction between the Central Plains and frontier regions during the Yinxu period. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Chinese Archaeology. 2025/12, Vol. 25, Issue 1, p106
  • Document Type:Conference Paper/Materials
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2160-5025
  • DOI:10.1515/char-2025-0007
  • Accession Number:191607283
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