Are you an AP World History student in need of a comprehensive look at East Asia between 1200 and 1450? You’re in luck. This article will provide you with an overview of this period, during which the Song Dynasty in China used traditional Confucian methods to create an imperial bureaucracy and maintain its rule. Chinese culture flourished and shaped the cultures of its neighboring regions, such as Korea, Japan, and Vietnam. Buddhism spread to East Asia and sparked a variety of schools and practices, while the Song Dynasty’s economy flourished and became more commercialized, resulting in increased trade with South and Southeast Asia. By the time you’re done reading, you’ll have a good understanding of the world’s largest empire during this time and the developments and events that shaped it and the surrounding regions.
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East Asia from 1200 to 1450 was a flourishing period of culture, economy, and belief systems. The Song Dynasty used Confucian methods to create an imperial bureaucracy, and Chinese culture spread to neighboring regions, shaping their cultures. Buddhism was also introduced and spread, influencing a variety of schools and practices. Furthermore, the Song Dynasty had a highly-developed economy that increased its trade with South and Southeast Asia. This period laid the foundation for East Asia’s continued development and importance. Now that youโve explored the history of East Asia during this period, click the link to continue your journey and get back to the Unit 1 Overview page.
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