What features are associated with the dynasties of the Tang (618–907) and Song (960–1279)

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The following are some of the features associated with the dynasties of the Tang (618–907) and Song (960–1279):

Tang Dynasty:
- Expansion of the empire through military campaigns
- Establishment of a strong centralized government
- Flourishing of literature, poetry, and art
- Development of innovative technologies, such as gunpowder and printing
- Religious tolerance and exploration of Buddhism
- Economic prosperity through international trade
- Construction of grand architectural works, such as the Grand Canal and the Great Wall

Song Dynasty:
- Shift from a military-based society to a civil bureaucracy
- Increase in agricultural production through new farming techniques
- Advancements in science and technology, such as magnetic compasses and movable type printing
- Flourishing of Confucianism and Neo-Confucian philosophy
- Business and commercial growth through the establishment of guilds and markets
- Expansion of international trading and maritime commerce
- Construction of grand architectural works, such as the Temple of Heaven and the Imperial Palace in Beijing.