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Baliping site: A prehistoric crossroads in Shanxi
Updated: Apr 25, 2025
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Located in Qinshui county, Shanxi, the Baliping site is the largest known prehistoric settlement in southeastern Shanxi. Spanning from the Neolithic to Bronze Age, it features a triple-moat layout, massive rammed-earth buildings, and finely crafted pottery and jade.
Excavations reveal advanced pottery techniques, early cattle herding, and a vibrant microlithic tradition. Evidence of long-distance migration and cultural exchange underscores Baliping’s role as a key crossroads in early Chinese civilization.
