Sui, Tang and Song Dynasties China’s Golden Ages Sui, Tang and Song Dynasties
Sui Dynasty (589 – 618 CE) Sui Dynasty claims Mandate of Heaven Right to rule from Heaven Similar to Qin Dynasty Legalism: Strong Central Government with STRICT LAWS Major Public Works Grand Canal Trade between North and South China
Tang Dynasty (618 – 907 CE) Tang Taizong (Ruled 627-649) Capital of Chang’an CONFUCIANISM Safe Trade, Low Taxes, Stability
Tang Policies Transportation and Communication - Grand Canal - Road System - Postal System Merit Based Bureaucracy - Civil Service Exams - Classical Chinese Philosophy - All Males (Except Criminals)
Song Dynasty (960 – 1279 CE) Song Taizu (960 – 976) Capital Hangzhou CONFUCIANISM Porcelain Gunpowder Block Printing Naval Technology Ships: Compass, Rudders, Iron Nails, etc.
Tang Coin