On Characteristics of Chinese Civilization

Abstract

Chinese civilization is the only ancient human civilization existing in the world, with a history of more than five thousand years. Over its long history of evolution, Chinese civilization has developed into a distinct civilization. This article briefly discusses eight main characteristics of the Chinese civilization, including the pluralistic and integrated Chinese nation, the wide use of the time-honored Chinese character, and the philosophy of being people-oriented and seeking harmony between man and nature, etc.. Moreover, it is pointed out that Chinese civilization is the fundamental intrinsic driving force for the rapid rise of China in recent decades and the Chinese national rejuvenation, and China is destined to take its own path of development due to its unique civilization.