A kneeling crossbowman from the Terracotta Army assembled for the tomb complex of Qin Shi Huang (r. 221–210 BC)
We’ve reached the end of August and school is nearly back in session. Whether you’re a student, teacher or parent it’s not too late for a refresher on ancient Asian history. We’re bringing you a selection of blog posts and links illustrating the beauty and richness of ancient Asiatic cultures as well as their continuing influence today.
And don’t miss our free curriculum, “Yesterday’s Child: The Tale of Yong and Bao, Learning About the Life and Legacy of China’s First Emperor,” which includes a free children’s book, lesson plan, resources, activities and more!
For a look at how ancient Asian cultures influence our present and future, check out our blog posts:
EAST, SOUTHEAST AND CENTRAL ASIA:
- Buildings of the Future With Foundations in the Ancient Past
- Celebrating Buddha’s Birthday: 1,800 Years of Buddhist Art Preserved by 21st Century Virtual Reality
- Cultural Racketeering and Why it Matters: Robbing the World of History
- Happy Valentine’s Day! The Power of Love (Pssst—It’s All in the Eyes and Nose)
- The History of Fireworks: Celebrating Life’s Moments in Color, Light and Sound
- It’s Hot, Hot, Hot! Ancient Methods of Keeping It Cool
- Hot Fudge Sundae: A Dessert 5,000 Years in the Making
- In Praise of Teachers—4,000 Years of Preparing the Next Generation
- Looking for Natural Skin Care Tips? Ancient Chinese Empresses and Concubines Share Their Recipes
- Maps, Part I: Defining and Explaining our Past, Present and Future and Maps, Part 2: Defining and Explaining our Past, Present and Future
- Mulan: The Journey From Ancient Tale to Disney Blockbuster
- Nature, Ecotherapy and a Peek into the Past Through National Parks
- The Nepal Earthquake: Cultural Heritage and the Soul of a People
- Newly Discovered Cheese Isn’t Just Aged, It’s Ancient!
- The Origins of Golf
- Qin Shi Huang’s China: The Secret Tomb of the First Chinese Emperor Remains an Unopened Treasure
- Remembering the 75th Anniversary of The Wizard of Oz: The Ancient Voice of “Somewhere Over the Rainbow”
- The Rose in History: Power, Beauty and the Sweet Smell of Success
- The Summer Solstice: From Ancient Celebration to a Modern Day at the Beach
- Yakety-Yak, How We Do Talk Back: The Hydraulic Telegraph of Aeneas – Long-distance Communication of Antiquity
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