Yizhou Archaeology

Author: Li Chaozhen, Duan Zhigang
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Publishing Date: 2000-04-01
Features: With the development of archaeological work and the deepening of historical research, numerous paleontological fossils, hominid fossils, and historical artifacts have been unearthed. Striking headlines such as "Land of Dinosaurs," "Hometown of Humanity," "World Center of Bronze Drums," and "Cradle of Ethnic Culture" have draped Chuxiong Yi Autonomous Prefecture in a mysterious and ancient aura, making it renowned both at home and abroad, celebrated across continents. It has attracted scholars and writers from far and wide, drawn to seek truth and explore mysteries. As a result, historical research and cultural archaeology in Yizhou have suddenly heated up. However, for a long time, no specialized work has been published that comprehensively reveals the mysterious and ancient culture from the perspective of archaeological excavations. To enhance the visibility of Yizhou, deepen its reform and opening-up, and accelerate the construction of socialism, Professor Liu Yaohan of the Chuxiong Yi Cultural Research Institute has shown remarkable insight by incorporating the long-term achievements in archaeology and cultural relics of Chuxiong into his "Series of Yi Culture Research." This is indeed a great thing. This book collects as much material as possible related to Yizhou's archaeology and cultural relics since the founding of the People's Republic of China. All archaeological reports and works published before 1998, whether in public or internal publications, as long as the materials are substantial and the perspectives are novel, are included. In terms of organization, the authors provide detailed introductions and discussions in chronological order, from the Paleolithic "Yuanmou Man" to the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, and also offer an appropriate overview of paleontological fossils.