Han Dynasty

Second imperial dynasty of China, establishing the Silk Road and Confucian statecraft.

Core Principles & Analysis

• Founded by Liu Bang in 202 BC after the collapse of the Qin.
• Zhang Qian's missions westward opened the Silk Road trade routes.
• Court official Cai Lun improved papermaking around 105 AD.

Specifications & Metrics

• ERA: 202 BC – 220 AD
• REGION: East Asia