According to historical records, Xia Dynasty was the first dynasty in China history, which appeared around 2070 BC and lasted about 1700 years. Yu, the founder of Xia Dynasty, became the leader of tribal alliance by abdicating. After his death, his son succeeded to the throne, thus breaking the traditional hereditary system. From the Xia Dynasty, China entered the family era and formed the hereditary system of the throne.

The political system of Xia Dynasty has begun to take shape. The central government has ministers and officials in charge of state affairs, while local governments have officials, such as Hou and Bo. In agriculture, the Xia Dynasty developed agricultural technology and invented wine and bronzes. In addition, China's earliest almanac Xia Zhengxiao appeared in the Xia Dynasty.

The culture and art of Xia Dynasty were also very prosperous. For example, China's earliest epics Song of Tu Shanshi and Tian Wen appeared in the Xia Dynasty. At the same time, there were music, dance and other art forms in the Xia Dynasty, such as Heroes and Nine Songs.

Cultural characteristics of Xia dynasty;

1. agricultural civilization: the agricultural civilization in Xia dynasty was quite developed, and people had mastered irrigation technology and could grow various crops. At the same time, the Xia Dynasty also had a special land system, which divided the land into public and private fields, which were cultivated by laborers and Niu Geng. These advances in agricultural production laid the foundation for the social prosperity of the Xia Dynasty.

2. Bronze ware technology: The bronze ware technology in Xia Dynasty is quite mature, and it can make all kinds of bronzes, such as bronze swords and bronze ding. The craftsmanship of these bronzes is exquisite, reflecting the superb craftsmanship of the Xia Dynasty.

3. Family system: The family system in Xia Dynasty was quite perfect, and the family hierarchy and division of labor within the family were very clear. The characteristics of this family system provided a guarantee for the political and social stability of the Xia Dynasty.

4. Religious belief: Xia people believed in ancestor worship and deity worship. They believe that ancestors and gods can protect their peace and harvest. Therefore, the religious belief of Xia Dynasty occupies an important position in people's life.

5. Architecture and art: The architecture and art of Xia Dynasty are also unique. For example, the palace buildings in the Xia Dynasty were large in scale and complicated in structure. In terms of art, pottery, jade and other works of art in the Xia Dynasty are well-made and have high aesthetic value.