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Zhou dynasty
The Zhou was the longest-lasting Chinese dynasty, introducing the idea of the Mandate of Heaven. Its later Eastern Zhou period, including the Spring and Autumn and Warring States eras, saw Confucius and other philosophers. The state of Qin ended it in 256 BCE.
Key facts
| Dates | 1046 – 256 BCE |
|---|---|
| Region | China & Tibet |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capitals | Haojing, Chengzhou (Luoyang) |
| Founder | King Wu of Zhou |
| Religion(s) | Chinese folk religion, Confucianism, Taoism |
Before & after
Preceded by
Followed by
Qin dynasty Qi (state) Jin (Zhou state) Yan (state) Lu (state)
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.