Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the significance of the Cidun archaeological site in Changzhou, highlighting its cultural richness and historical importance in the context of the Liangzhu culture and the broader Yangtze River Delta civilization [1][12]. Archaeological History - The Cidun site, an oval-shaped earth mound approximately 20 meters high, was first discovered in 1973 when villagers found jade artifacts from the Liangzhu culture [2]. - From 1978 to 1995, multiple archaeological investigations were conducted, uncovering over 2,200 square meters of the site, primarily focusing on the Liangzhu culture noble burial grounds [2]. Key Findings - The Cidun site has been included in the "Archaeological China - Civilization Patterns in the Lower Yangtze Region" research project since 2016, with significant discoveries made since 2019, including burial sites and architectural remains from the Songze and Liangzhu cultures, dating back approximately 5,500 to 4,500 years [3]. - The site features a range of archaeological remains, including residential areas, burial sites, and ritual zones, covering an area of 100 meters in length and 80 meters in width [4]. Cultural Artifacts - Artifacts from the site include pottery, jade, stone, and bone tools, reflecting the production, lifestyle, and cultural aspects of the local residents around 5,000 years ago [9][10]. - The pottery from the Songze culture is characterized by gray and red clay, while Liangzhu culture pottery includes a variety of forms, such as large ceremonial vessels and intricately decorated jars [9][10]. Social Structure - The burial sites indicate a social stratification during the Songze culture period, with evidence of wealth disparities among the deceased, suggesting a complex social structure [12]. - The discovery of large-scale wooden structures and intricate pottery indicates a high level of craftsmanship and social organization, reflecting the advanced state of the society at that time [12]. Cultural Connections - The presence of artifacts with characteristics of the Dawenkou culture from Shandong suggests cultural exchanges between the lower Yangtze region and the Yellow River basin, indicating a broader interaction among ancient Chinese civilizations [14].

跨越4800年时光，一件大口陶尊静静诉说着远古先民的精神图腾。尊身刻画的"神秘符号"，似日月升 腾，如山峦起伏，暗藏着中华文明的"最初密码"。 跟着总书记探寻中华文明｜四千八百年前的"神秘符号" 硕大篆书"史"字高悬于建筑外墙，两座西周铜牺尊造型石像矗立门前……走进中国历史研究院中国考古 博物馆，仿佛叩开了中华文明探源的大门。 2023年6月，习近平总书记来到中国历史研究院考察调研。展厅内，总书记沿"历史大道"前行，仔细询 问最新考古发掘成果和文物展品保护情况。 跟着总书记探寻中华文明｜四千八百年前的"神秘符号" 跟着总书记探寻中华文明｜四千八百年前的"神秘符号" "这是一件出土于安徽蒙城新石器时代尉迟寺遗址的大口陶尊，距今大约4800年。"讲解员指着一件陶器 展品，"它的特别之处是器物上有着刻画符号，分别是'日''月''山'形。抽象的表达和组合，已经超越了 简单的图画，使我们看到了汉字的雏形。" "4000多年前的东西这么精致""这个技术在那时是很先进的""真漂亮！制作工艺太精湛了"……总书记边 走边看，由衷赞叹中国古人的聪明才智、中国古代的灿烂文明。 远隔千山万水，山东莒县陵阳河遗址出土的大口陶尊，与安徽 ...

Core Viewpoint - The exhibition "Dragon Soars China: Special Exhibition of Hongshan Culture Ancient Civilization" showcases the development of dragon-shaped artifacts over 5,000 years, emphasizing the significance of Hongshan culture in understanding the origins of Chinese civilization [1][29]. Exhibition Overview - The exhibition is structured around the theme of "dragon," with three main sections: "Dragon Emerges from Liao River," "Dragon Travels Hongshan," and "Dragon Spreads Across the Nine Provinces," highlighting the connection between prehistoric dragon culture in the Liao River basin and Hongshan culture [3][15]. - A central "Axis of Civilization" in the exhibition links various dragon-shaped artifacts, illustrating their emergence, development, and influence within the context of Hongshan culture [5][15]. Key Artifacts - The exhibition features significant dragon-shaped artifacts, including a stone dragon from the Zuojiashan site, dated to approximately 6,000 years ago, which may represent the earliest known stone-carved dragon in China [6][8]. - A newly discovered shell dragon artifact from the 2023 excavation at the Caitaopo site in Inner Mongolia provides important insights into the evolution of dragon imagery and beliefs in Hongshan culture [8][10]. - The exhibition includes 16 jade dragons, comprising one C-shaped dragon and 15 pig-shaped jade dragons, showcasing the diversity and significance of these artifacts in Hongshan culture [10][12]. Cultural Significance - The jade dragon is considered a vital ceremonial object in Hongshan culture, with various interpretations regarding its symbolism, including connections to agriculture and celestial beliefs [15][17]. - The exhibition also highlights 38 human-shaped artifacts, reflecting ancestor worship traditions in the Liao River basin, spanning from 8,000 to 4,000 years ago [19][23]. Archaeological Discoveries - Recent archaeological findings, including large settlement sites and burial mounds, have enriched the understanding of Hongshan culture's social structure and burial practices [25][27]. - The Hongshan culture is recognized as a representative archaeological culture of the "ancient state era," significantly contributing to the understanding of the origins of Chinese civilization [27][29].

红山文化距今约5000-6500年，是辽河流域新石器时代考古学文化。它充分实证了中华民族五千多年文明史，体现出中华文明的连续性与创新性 6月25日，上海博物馆"何以中国"文物考古大展系列第四展——"龙腾中国：红山文化古国文明特展"开幕，并将于6月26日正式对公众展出。智通 财经记者在现场看到，展出以玉龙为代表的玉礼器、彩陶、石雕神人像等共计310件/组文物，汇聚了红山文化最为重要的考古历程和最新发现， 超过四分之一的展品为首次公开展出。 距今约5000-6500年的红山文化中，以玉龙为代表的玉礼器、以"坛、庙、冢"为代表的礼制建筑，对中华传统文化影响深远。"中华文明探源工 程"最新成果表明，以牛河梁遗址为代表的红山文化率先迈入古国时代，孕育出中国最早的文明形态，充分实证了中华民族五千多年文明史，体现 出中华文明的连续性与创新性。 展览现场 上海博物馆此次展览联合了辽宁、内蒙古、河北、北京等二十家博物馆与考古机构，汇聚红山考古百年成果及最新发现，以三百余件文物，阐释 红山文化信仰统一、礼制初成的古国面貌，探究其如何走出一条独具特色的文明发展之路，实证中华民族五千多年的文明史，回答"何以中国"的 历史之问。 据上 ...

Core Insights - The article discusses the significance of the summer solstice in ancient Chinese civilization, highlighting its historical and astronomical importance as one of the earliest recorded solar events in China [1][3][12] Group 1: Historical Significance - The Taosi site is recognized as a key archaeological site for understanding the origins of Chinese civilization, alongside other significant sites like Liangzhu and Erlitou [1] - The ancient people of Taosi developed a solar calendar, marking the summer solstice as a crucial agricultural time marker [3][6] Group 2: Astronomical Observations - The Taosi astronomical observatory, with a radius of 10.5 meters and 12 observation slits, allowed ancient inhabitants to accurately track celestial movements and define 20 solar terms, which are foundational to the traditional 24 solar terms [3] - The use of a gnomon and a horizontal measuring stick (known as a "gui") complemented the observatory, enabling precise measurements of shadow lengths to establish a solar calendar [6] Group 3: Cultural Practices - The article describes how ancient people observed natural phenomena, such as the shedding of deer antlers and the emergence of cicadas, to mark seasonal changes and agricultural practices [8][10][12] - The concept of "half summer" is introduced, referring to a medicinal plant that grows during this period, symbolizing the transition of seasons and the balance of yin and yang [12]

◎科技日报记者 刘 侠 江 耘 颉满斌 编者按 不久前，2024年度全国十大考古新发现揭晓。从华夏文明起源到礼乐之邦传承，从早期城市发 展到多元文化交融……历史的画卷被考古工作者勾勒得愈发清晰。即日起，科技日报推出解读"2024年 度全国十大考古新发现"系列报道，带您进入考古一线，感受那些文明探源过程中的科技之力。 同时，考古队也以"治水"为突破口，通过修建木质遗物沉降池与分类工作室，为脆弱文物打造"恒湿恒 温"的微型生态舱。此外，团队采用定期换水、化学加固等科技手段，使这些沉睡万年的木构件保持结 构稳定，尽全力构建了遗址系统性保护体系。 "濛溪河遗址新发现与多学科研究数据清晰展现了百万年人类史关键节点上全新的历史场景，填补了东 亚现代人起源演化研究领域的关键时间、空间、人类行为及文化空白。"郑喆轩说。 近日，2024年度全国十大考古新发现评选结果揭晓，四川资阳濛溪河遗址群、浙江仙居下汤遗址、甘肃 临洮寺洼遗址入选。这些遗址的发现，对于探寻中华文明起源形成与早期发展过程具有重要意义。 从长江上游到黄河中游，从旧石器时代晚期至青铜时代早期，这些遗址犹如一把把钥匙，打开了中华文 明起源的"时空门"。数万年前的远古 ...

2025年文化和自然遗产日山东省主场城市活动16日在泰安大汶口国家考古遗址公园举行。活动现场，该 遗址公园正式揭牌。截至目前，山东共有4处国家考古遗址公园。 公开资料显示，大汶口遗址位于泰安市泰山南麓大汶河两岸，现存遗址范围38.9公顷，包括汶河北岸 22.3公顷、汶河南岸16.6公顷，是大汶口文化的命名地。大汶口文化上承北辛文化，下启龙山文化，在 中国文明起源研究中地位重要。 山东省文化和旅游厅副厅长、省文物局副局长孙波出席活动并表示，该省近年来持续加大投入，做好文 化遗产保护利用工作，完善保护机制，创新工作方法，文化遗产保护事业取得了显著成效。大汶口遗 址、岱庙等众多珍贵古迹遗址重焕生机；一批新的重大考古发现和重要研究成果，为中华文明起源探索 注入新动力。 今年，山东精心策划"文化和自然遗产日"系列活动，推出579项文物宣传活动和547项非物质文化遗产宣 传活动。"我们将以此为契机，进一步凝聚社会各界力量，全面提升文化遗产保护水平，推动文化遗产 与经济社会发展深度融合。"孙波说。 "大汶口国家考古遗址公园前不久顺利通过评审，今天正式揭牌，在泰安文化遗产发展史上具有里程碑 意义。"泰安市委常委、宣传部部长王 ...

六月十四日，各地游客走入朝阳市慕容街，沉浸式观摩全省各市文体旅融合发展成果。朝阳市委宣传部提供 6月14日，以"聚焦红山文化探源中华文明"为主题的首届红山文化国际传播大会暨"新时代大讲堂"在朝阳举行。省委副书记、省长王新伟，中国日报社 社长兼总编辑曲莹璞，国家文物局副局长乔云飞，内蒙古自治区党委常委、宣传部部长包献华分别致辞。 本届大会由国家文物局、中国日报社、辽宁省委宣传部、内蒙古自治区党委宣传部共同主办。省委常委、宣传部部长靳国卫主持大会。省领导李强、单 义，文化和旅游部、国家文物局相关司局领导，多国家驻华使节和青年代表，专家学者等出席。 六月十三日，二〇二五辽宁省高品质文体旅融合发展大会文艺推介展演在朝阳市举行。 乔云飞就红山文化研究和保护利用工作提出建议，一是做好价值阐释、理论创新，深刻揭示红山文化在中华文明起源发展中的特殊地位；二是关注系统 保护、合理利用，不断提升文物阐释、博物馆开放、考古遗址公园建设等方面水平；三是促进文化传承、国际传播，打造具有国际传播力、影响力、穿透力 的中华文明标识。 包献华说，内蒙古将深入学习贯彻习近平文化思想，进一步深化区域部门联动和多学科联合攻关，全力做好红山文化核心 ...

Core Viewpoint - The Zhengzhou Dahu Village Ruins Museum's new exhibition hall opened on June 14, showcasing over 1,600 artifacts that highlight the rich cultural heritage of the Dahu Village site and the Yangshao culture, dating back 7,000 to over 5,000 years [1] Group 1: Museum Overview - The new exhibition area covers 7,292 square meters and focuses on the Dahu Village site's significance in the context of Chinese river civilization [1] - The museum is the first in China to present a panoramic view of the Yangshao culture, featuring over 2,000 artifacts from the Paleolithic era to the Xia and Shang dynasties [8] Group 2: Cultural Significance - The Dahu Village site is a key marker of the origin of Chinese civilization, showcasing the development of culture from the Yangshao and Longshan cultures to the Erlitou culture and Shang dynasty remains [1] - The site reflects the ancient inhabitants' interest in astronomy, as evidenced by their depictions of celestial bodies on pottery, earning it the nickname "the village under the stars" [1] Group 3: Archaeological Findings - The Yangshao culture period housing foundation, which is over 5,000 years old, demonstrates advanced construction techniques and is one of the best-preserved prehistoric residential sites in China [3] - The white-painted pottery basin, a prehistoric ceramic art treasure, features intricate designs and repair marks, indicating early craftsmanship similar to later pottery repair techniques [5] - The excavated double-spouted pottery vessel, adorned with parallel line patterns, symbolizes peace and friendship, possibly used during significant clan events [6]

副省长温暖在主持时说，赵辉同志的报告具有很强的理论指导性、现实针对性和实践操作性。我们 要深入学习领会习近平总书记关于文化遗产保护传承的重要论述，以这次干部讲堂为契机，从更高维 度、更广视野认识文化遗产保护传承的重要意义，坚定扛牢赓续文明文脉的责任使命。要聚焦重点任 务，着力构建文化遗产系统保护体系，强化历史文化名城、街区、村镇的整体保护，加强考古研究和历 史文化阐释，创新文化遗产的活态传承。要持续深化文化体制机制改革，推动文化遗产系统性保护和统 一监管，高效统筹文化遗产保护与经济社会发展，让文化遗产在新时代绽放光彩，为现代化强省建设注 入强大精神动力。 有关省领导，驻济省直部门（单位）、省管企业、高等院校主要负责同志等参加。（记者 刘兵 李 子路） 6月6日下午，第三十二期山东干部讲堂在山东大厦开讲。省委书记林武，省委副书记、省长周乃 翔，省政协主席葛慧君，省委副书记、政法委书记王宇燕，省人大常委会副主任、党组书记杨东奇出 席。北京大学教授、"中华文明探源工程"一至四期首席专家赵辉受邀作报告。 赵辉围绕"古国时代——中国文明起源和早期发展"主题，从何谓"古国"、古国的发生和演进、 从"古国时代"走向"王国时 ...