Early Indian and Chinese Civilizations

In India, people begin to write down Hindu sacred texts, called Verdas. The Verdas reflect Aryan belief in many deities, including Lakshmi.

500

http://www.koausa.org/Gods/God6.html

The Zhou overthrow the Shang. Richly adorned artwork reflect Zhou power and wealth.

Sep 25, 1027

http://polaris.gseis.ucla.edu/yanglu/ECC_HISTORY_ZHOU%20DYNASTY.htm

The Shang dynasty, knownfor fine bronzeworks gains control of territory along the Huang He.

Sep 25, 1650

http://www.socialstudiesforkids.com/articles/geography/huangheriver.htm

Chinese civilization emerges along river valleys and the east coast of Asia

Sep 25, 2000

http://www.china.org.cn/e-gudai/index-1.htm

The Aryans cross into India from the north and overrun existing cities and towns.

Sep 25, 2012

http://www.thenagain.info/webchron/india/AryanMig.html

First Indian civilization arises in the Indus River valley. Moenjo-Daro, a principal city, is shown here.

Sep 25, 2500

http://www.sscnet.ucla.edu/southasia/History/Ancient/Indus2.html