China is a country in Asia, home to the world's second-largest population and is the third largest country in the world by area.
As one of the oldest countries in the world, China's history spans thousands of years to the early days of civilization. In modern times, the country, now known as the People's Republic of China and under the rule of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is considered a global superpower and the chief rival of the United States. It boasts one of the world's largest militaries, with one of the largest navies, air forces, and armies on Earth, as well as the second-largest economy on Earth.
China's capital city is Beijing and its largest city by population is Shanghai. Its current leader is President Xi Jinping.
The sites include Wuwangdun Tomb, Xiatang Neolithic site, Dadong Paleolithic site, Siwa site, Zhouyuan site, and Jingdezhen ceramic sites across various Chinese provinces.
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The synthetic hexagonal diamond exhibits high thermal stability up to 1,100°C and a hardness of 155 GPa, promising advancements in aerospace and defense industries.
Excavation in Guangli village uncovers walls dating to the Zhou Dynasty, revealing the oldest known section of the Great Wall.
China announced the launch of its new "Silver Trains," a fleet of rail services specifically designed to cater to the needs of senior citizens.
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Renowned for their sense of commerce and diplomacy along the Silk Road from Antiquity to the High Middle Ages, the Sogdians became the most successful merchants of the era.