Jiahu Settlement

7000 BCE · Henan, Çin · cultural

Jiahu is an early Neolithic settlement located in present-day Henan Province, China.

Excavations have uncovered traces of rice cultivation, pottery, flutes made of bone, and markings found on tortoise shells. Although the relationship of these markings to writing is debated, Jiahu stands out as a settlement that provides important evidence concerning agriculture, music, and symbolic activities in early Chinese history.

Frequently asked questions

What was Jiahu Settlement?
Jiahu is an early Neolithic settlement located in present-day Henan Province, China.
When did Jiahu Settlement happen?
7000 BCE
Where did Jiahu Settlement take place?
Henan, Çin