Shou Qiu
Shou Qiu, Ancient monument in China
Shou Qiu is the legendary birthplace of Shun, a ruler in ancient China.
According to historical texts, the founding emperor of the Qin dynasty launched a large-scale construction project at Shou Qiu.
The site features the remains of an ancient architectural complex with significant cultural importance.
Shou Qiu is located near the city of Qufu, famous for being Confucius' hometown.
The stone sculptures found at Shou Qiu are considered masterpieces of early Chinese art.
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