Title: Zheng He and China's Cultural Exchange with Foreign Countries in the 15th Century
Abstract: In the 15th century, the Ming dynasty China took the world lead in civilization dialog and exchange. The great navigator Zheng He in a peaceful means spread advanced Chinese culture and the then backward Asian and African countries and also absorbed their good points. These exchanges were conducted in the following aspects: calendar, caps and clothing, imperial examination system, productive forces, books, musical instruments, measurements, religion, painting, architecture, carvings, etc. His navigation greatly contributed to the development of southeast Asian countries and the exchange between China and the world. The study in this respect can be used for reference in today's cultural dialog and exchange.
Publication Year: 2005
Publication Date: 2005-01-01
Language: en
Type: article
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