1. Ancestors of Chinese People
Huangdi and Yandi
Ancestors of Chinese People

2. Huangdi and Yandi
Around 5000 years ago, there were different tribes lived in central China (Shanxi Province, Heibei Province and adjacent areas). Huangdi (黄帝) and Yandi(炎帝) were leaders of two tribes in the ancient time. Chinese people call themselves “Offspring of Huang and Yan”.
Huangdi and Yandi fought with each other, and Huangdi won.

3. Huangdi and Yandi
During that time, people learned how to build houses, boats, wagons, etc.
Leizu (缧祖) was Huangdi’s wife, who found ways to raise silkworms. After that, people learned how to make clothes with silk.
It’s believed that the lunar calendar was created at that time.
It’s believed that written language already exited, but it didn't come down to us.

4. Huangdi and Yandi
When Huangdi and Yandi were in rule, China transferred from primeval society to slavery society.

5. Silkworms

6. Huangdi’s Tomb
                                                                                                                                                                                                        

7. Huangdi’s Tomb

8. Memorial Ceremonies at Huangdi’s Tomb
                                                                        

9. Memorial Ceremonies at Yandi’s Tomb

10. Some Links 纪念炎黄帝的活动： http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PGFiidfU0sU
纪念炎黄时的太极拳：