Archaeologists Unearth 4,000-Year-Old Palace in Ancient Chinese Walled City

Dec 27, 2023 at 1:24 PM EST

Researchers uncovered the structure at the important archaeological site of Xinmi, Henan Province in central China, state-run news agency Xinhua reported. The ancient walled city at Xinmi is thought to have been built during the Xia dynasty (around 2070-1600 B.C.)—an early Chinese dynasty mentioned in legends.

Archaeologists discovered the remains of the ancient city several years ago on the eastern bank of the Zhenshui River. It covers a rectangular area of around 17 hectares.

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Architectural remains in the ancient walled city of Xinmi, Henan Province, China. Archaeologists have unearthed the remains of a 4,000-year-old palace in the ancient settlement.
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The well-preserved settlement is associated with the Longshan culture. This ancient civilization once inhabited the area covered by modern Henan province and other neighboring regions of China.

Now, archaeologists have uncovered the remains of what they believe was a palace complex in the ancient city. The remains consist of a foundation structure built using rammed-earth construction techniques. This ancient method involves using compacted raw materials like earth, chalk or lime.

The remains measure around 200 feet long and 100 feet wide, covering an area of more than 19,000 square feet.

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