dec 31, 1644 - Rise of the Qing Empire
Description:
The Qing empire thrived in the 17th and 18th centuries. Infrastructure thrived (roads and waterways were constructed), trade and commerce benefited (taxes were lowered), and Chinese culture spread to the rest of the world through trade. The roads symbolize the obvious development of Qing roads, and the spread of culture through trade routes.Added to timeline:
Date:
dec 31, 1644
Now
~ 381 years ago