没有开市，没有摆摊，没有人拿着手电东瞧西瞧。唯有几辆挂满家当、超载的自行车，安静地凝视着主人入睡。 临近年末，最近在家收拾东西时，又见到那盆5元淘回来的塑料花。 放了太久，花瓣泛白，一捏，就碎了。假花不值钱，5元也不多，它来自广州"鬼 市"，一个光着膀子的老头。 3年前冬天，我们在凌晨3点，到访广州"鬼市"。 从海珠桥到荔湾，从三更半夜逛到天亮，印象最深的，就是这位假花爷爷。 他的摊摆在桥底正中间的位置，占据着整个夜市最大的摊位面积。 一个破旧的黑色行李箱已经空了出来，蓝色麻袋上，铺陈着一个流浪汉的全部身家。 一把蒲扇，半瓶洗发水，半只耳机，一把漏勺，一个锅盖，几根电源线。 还有看起来最为精致，但空了的香水瓶。 老人是附近的流浪者。在和摊友的交谈中，他无奈地说着自己的生活窘境。"不想摆啊，可是生活所迫，能卖一分，就能换一天口粮。" 白天的他，是拾荒者，流浪在各个垃圾桶旁，找着任何能换口粮的东西。晚上的他，是摊位守护者，也是这座城市的守夜人。 不觉间，3年一晃而过。 看着碎掉的塑料花，我们决定重返广州"鬼市"。 老广们更习惯称其为"天光墟"。 半夜一点的海珠桥上，路灯连成一条长长的飘带，风不往衣袖里钻，轻 轻扫 ...

Core Insights - The Wuwangdun Tomb exhibition will open on December 26, 2024, at the National Museum of China, showcasing significant archaeological findings from one of the six major discoveries in China for 2024 [1] Group 1: Archaeological Significance - The Wuwangdun Tomb is the first scientifically excavated royal tomb from the Warring States period, providing crucial data for understanding the historical culture and institutional practices of the Chu state after its eastward migration [2] Group 2: Artifacts and Findings - Over 10,000 artifacts have been unearthed, including 44 bronze tripods as ritual vessels, two sets of chime bells, one set of stone chimes, more than 280 wooden figurines, a large quantity of lacquered wooden items, jade artifacts, oracle bones, and gold items [3]

记者12月3日从咸阳市文物考古研究所了解到，考古工作者在对陕西省咸阳市罗家河遗址的考古发掘中，发现了多座储粮仓窖，该遗址还出土大量 陶器、石器、骨角蚌器、玉器等。 罗家河遗址位于陕西省咸阳市淳化县十里塬镇罗家河村，2022年3月至2025年9月，咸阳市文物考古研究所对罗家河遗址实施了考古发掘工作。通 过对发现的各类遗迹和出土遗物特征分析判断，同时结合科技考古的测年结果，该遗址为距今约4800年至4200年之间的龙山时代早期的庙底沟二 期文化遗存。 此外，考古工作者还在罗家河遗址发现灰坑、房址、陶窑、墙基、沟状遗迹等，并出土陶器、石器、骨角蚌器、玉器等千余件。由于罗家河遗址 大量储粮类仓窖遗迹集中分布，考古工作者认为，这里的仓储容量已远超聚落人口的粮食消耗量及聚落本身的粮食生产能力。据此推断罗家河遗 址为一处以储粮为目的的专属仓储遗址，应是为泾河流域某个大型中心聚落服务的专业储粮基地，这为探讨关中地区早期文明与国家起源提供了 重要实物依据。（记者杨一苗） 这是罗家河遗址发现的碳化物遗存。（咸阳市文物考古研究所供图） 考古工作者在罗家河遗址清理出储粮仓窖17座，这些仓窖形制均为圆形或椭圆形袋状坑，坑体建造考究，坑 ...

Core Viewpoint - The 34th Cultural Relics Exchange Conference will be held from November 21 to 23 in Changsha, featuring a variety of activities including a specialized auction, showcasing the richness of cultural heritage and attracting collectors nationwide [1][4]. Group 1: Event Overview - The event will gather 32 well-known state-owned cultural relic shops, including institutions from Tianjin, Nanjing, Guangzhou, and Hangzhou, presenting valuable cultural relics and art pieces across various categories [3]. - The market will feature over 2,000 stalls in the street market, offering a wide range of traditional antiques and unique cultural items, providing a treasure-hunting experience for collectors [3]. Group 2: Auction Details - The Hunan Dalu 2025 Autumn Cultural Relics Auction will take place on November 22, featuring 361 high-quality items, including 124 pieces of jade and 237 pieces of porcelain, all rigorously authenticated by experts [4]. - Notable auction items include Qing Dynasty coral red gilded candlesticks and Ming Dynasty powder-painted vases, catering to both seasoned collectors and new enthusiasts [4]. Group 3: Venue and Experience - The event will utilize over 800 hotel rooms across multiple venues for private exhibitions, allowing collectors to engage in discussions and appreciate the displayed items in a comfortable setting [3]. - The conference aims to attract not only passionate collectors but also industry professionals and curious citizens, promoting an appreciation for historical and artistic value [4].

Group 1 - The auction event is the 60th Antique and Artwork Auction by Poly Beijing [1] - Preview dates are set from November 11 to November 13, 2025 [1] - The auction will take place from November 14 to November 16, 2025 [1] Group 2 - The auction venue is located at the North Automotive Double Well Cultural and Creative Park, E03A, 3rd Floor, Chaoyang District, Beijing [1] - Auction items include porcelain, jade, and handicrafts [1] - For bidding procedures, inquiries can be made via phone at (010) 64083188 [1]

Core Insights - The article highlights the significance of the Liangzhu site, known as "China's First City," due to its extensive archaeological findings, including large city sites, high-status burial grounds, altars, and exquisite jade artifacts, which date back 5,300 to 4,300 years [1][7]. Archaeological History of Liangzhu - The discovery of the Liangzhu site began 90 years ago in 1936 when archaeologist Shi Xinger identified ancient artifacts, leading to extensive excavations that revealed a rich cultural heritage [2][3]. - The Liangzhu culture was formally named in 1959, with ongoing archaeological work clarifying its characteristics, including distinctive pottery and jade artifacts [3][4]. Characteristics of Liangzhu Culture - Liangzhu culture is marked by its advanced jade craftsmanship, with over 7,000 jade items discovered, including ritual objects and burial goods, reflecting a complex social structure and belief system [11][12]. - The site features a sophisticated urban layout, including a central palace area, city walls, and a water management system, indicating a highly organized society [7][8]. Decline of Liangzhu Culture - The decline of Liangzhu culture, which thrived for over a millennium, is attributed to both natural disasters, such as flooding, and social factors, including internal strife and external pressures [13][14][15]. - Evidence suggests that after the culture's decline, remnants of the population may have migrated to other regions, leading to the emergence of new cultural identities, such as the Qianshanyang culture [16][17].

Core Insights - The archaeological work in Shaoxing Ancient City has revealed significant findings that support the historical narrative of King Goujian of Yue's capital establishment, including Neolithic cultural relics and high-status sacrificial sites [1][2] Group 1: Neolithic Discoveries - New Neolithic cultural relics have been discovered at the Tashan and Changfang sites, including sand-tempered pottery, red pottery, and jade artifacts, marking the first discovery of Neolithic cultural remains within Shaoxing Ancient City [1] - The archaeological team, led by Luo Peng, reported that these findings were located 3 meters below the surface [1] Group 2: High-Status Sacrificial Sites - The excavation revealed a clearly defined high-status sacrificial site of the Yue Kingdom, featuring a sacrificial platform base, foundation pits, sacrificial ditches, and a wooden framework area [2] - Numerous animal bone-containing stamped pottery jars were found in the foundation pits and sacrificial ditches, along with grouped black pottery [2] Group 3: Architectural Discoveries - New findings at the Qizhong site include large base plates and square columns, indicating the presence of a grand and high-status palace complex [2] - The architectural base includes both a soil platform and a wooden foundation, further expanding the understanding of the architectural layout of the Yue Kingdom [2] Group 4: Textual Discoveries - Numerous textual relics were uncovered, including complete "Kuaiji Commandery Wall" inscription bricks and over 200 bamboo slips from a well, which are currently being cleaned and studied [2] - A specific bamboo slip has been identified with clear Han script, indicating it was used for practice by officials, possibly related to commendations from the Kuaiji governor [6]

Core Viewpoint - Liangzhu civilization is an outstanding representative of the coordinated development of material and spiritual civilization, with its development experience and values still holding significant relevance for contemporary society [1]. Group 1: Historical Significance - The Liangzhu site, meaning "beautiful island in the water," was first discovered in 1936 and was inscribed on the World Heritage List on July 6, 2019 [2]. - Continuous discoveries of important relics, including the core area of Liangzhu Ancient City and surrounding water conservancy systems, are gradually opening a door to the society of over 5,000 years ago [2]. Group 2: Agricultural Development - The climate in the lower Yangtze River region over 5,000 years ago was warm and humid, attracting many early settlers who brought diverse techniques and experiences, leading to the creation of early rice agriculture [3]. - Liangzhu's rice paddy fields have been found to have a yield of up to 141 kilograms per mu, indicating a highly developed level of productivity [7]. Group 3: Urban Planning and Infrastructure - The ancient city was strategically located at the junction of mountains and plains, allowing for flood avoidance and effective water management through a sophisticated water conservancy system [5]. - Over 30 water dam sites have been discovered, showcasing a system that served multiple functions, including flood control, irrigation, and transportation [5]. Group 4: Material Civilization - Archaeological findings indicate a highly developed material civilization, with large-scale ancient rice fields that closely resemble modern layouts [6]. - The presence of large storage pits containing carbonized rice, with estimates of up to 360,000 pounds, reflects a well-organized grain reserve system [7]. Group 5: Craftsmanship and Social Structure - Liangzhu civilization featured a complete handicraft system, with artifacts made from wood, bone, horn, and stone, demonstrating advanced craftsmanship and social division of labor [9]. - The production of jade artifacts and lacquerware represents significant achievements in both material and spiritual civilization, becoming important symbols of Chinese culture [11]. Group 6: Spiritual Civilization - The integration of diverse settlers over centuries led to a shared value system, exemplified by the widespread acceptance of the "human-animal face pattern," reflecting a systematic understanding of the relationship between heaven, earth, and humanity [11]. - The coordinated development of material and spiritual civilization in Liangzhu, along with the philosophy of harmony between humans and nature, continues to inspire contemporary society [11].

Core Insights - The article discusses the archaeological findings in the Xiliao River basin, highlighting its significance as one of the important birthplaces of Chinese civilization, with evidence of human history dating back over a million years and cultural history spanning 10,000 years [1] Group 1: Archaeological Findings - The Xiliao River, as a source of the Liao River, has geographical features that facilitated early civilization development, with rich prehistoric sites and artifacts proving its importance in the formation of Chinese civilization [1] - The Xiliao River basin saw the emergence of dragon imagery and sophisticated jade artifacts around 8,000 years ago, indicating the onset of civilization [1] - The Neolithic cultural sequence in the Xiliao River region includes several cultures such as Xiahexi, Xinglongwa, Zhaobaogou, Fuhe, Hongshan, and Xiaheyan, with the Xinglongwa culture being particularly dominant due to its agricultural practices and jade customs [1] Group 2: Hongshan Culture - The Hongshan culture, particularly the Dongshanzui and Niuheliang sites, has sparked significant research interest since the 1980s, leading to discussions about the origins of Chinese civilization [2] - The "Goddess Temple" at the Niuheliang site features artistic clay sculptures of female figures and is characterized by its ceremonial architecture, indicating a complex societal structure [2] - Burial practices in the Hongshan culture, such as the construction of stone mounds, reflect a hierarchical relationship among the deceased, with central and peripheral graves [2] Group 3: Cultural Artifacts - Jade artifacts are the primary burial items in the Hongshan culture, showcasing strict burial regulations and the significance of jade in funerary practices [3] - The late Hongshan culture (5,300 to 5,000 years ago) marked the emergence of the "Hongshan Ancient State," where interactions with the Yangshao culture led to the development of unique pottery designs combining dragon and floral motifs [3] Group 4: Bronze Age Discoveries - The discoveries from the Bronze Age in the Xiliao River region include the Lower and Upper Xiujiaodian cultures, with the Lower culture dating from 2000 to 1500 BC and showing evidence of city-state formations [4] - The Upper Xiujiaodian culture, dating from the Western Zhou to the Spring and Autumn period, indicates close interactions with the central plains states of Yan and Qi, with artifacts reflecting strong influences from central Chinese ceremonial practices [4] - The latest findings from the Chinese civilization exploration project define the period from 5,800 to 5,200 years ago as the beginning of Chinese civilization, with the Niuheliang site being a representative cultural site of this phase [4]

Core Insights - The exhibition "Treasures of Ancient Civilization in the Yangtze River Basin" opened on the 23rd in Wuhan, showcasing 160 cultural relics from 37 cultural institutions across 9 provinces and municipalities along the Yangtze River, highlighting the development of Yangtze civilization from its origins to its enduring legacy [1][2] Summary by Categories Jade Artifacts - The exhibition features exquisite jade artifacts from prehistoric cultures such as Daxi, Liangzhu, and Houshijiahe, as well as finely crafted Chu-style jade from the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods [1] Lacquerware - Yangtze River Basin lacquer culture is presented as a significant source and core area of Chinese lacquer art, with a focus on lacquerware from the Spring and Autumn to the Qin and Han dynasties, particularly showcasing Chu lacquer and lacquer from the Han states of Changsha and Guangling [1] Bronze Artifacts - The exhibition displays representative bronze artifacts from the upstream Bashu culture, midstream Zeng-Chu culture, and downstream Wu-Yue culture, illustrating the grandeur of bronze civilization in the Yangtze River Basin [1] Ceramics - The ceramics section outlines nearly 10,000 years of ceramic development in the Yangtze River Basin, from early Neolithic high-mound pottery to the transition to porcelain during the Shang and Zhou dynasties, and includes notable pieces from the Tang dynasty onwards [2] Exhibition Overview - The exhibition is guided by the Hubei Provincial Party Committee's Publicity Department and the Hubei Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, hosted by the Wuhan Municipal Party Committee's Publicity Department and the Wuhan Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism, and organized by the Panlongcheng Site Museum as a key event of the 2025 Yangtze Cultural Arts Season [2]