Xinle Culture, Archaeological site in Huanggu District, Shenyang, China.
Description
Xinle Culture is an archaeological site in Huanggu District, Shenyang, containing remains of roughly 40 Neolithic houses along with many stone tools, pottery, and wooden carvings. A museum built on the grounds preserves and displays these discoveries in organized sections for visitors to explore.
History
Excavations started in 1973 and uncovered a settlement dating from around 5500 to 4800 BC near the Liao River on the Liaodong Peninsula. This early community reveals developments in craftsmanship and dwelling construction from thousands of years ago.
Culture
The museum displays two sections with rebuilt ancient houses in the north and artifact collections in the south, showing how people lived thousands of years ago.
Practical
Visitors can join guided tours that explain the significance of discoveries and their connection to early farming practices. The site also offers educational programs to help people learn more about life during this period.
Did you know?
A wooden carving discovered in 1978 is estimated at 7,200 years old and ranks among the earliest known examples of such work worldwide. This find demonstrates the artistic skill and cultural sophistication of this early community.
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