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