Definition:
Han Dynasty: The ruling family of China from 206 B.C. to 220 A.D.
The Han reigned from their capital at Chang'an, now called Xian, in west-central China.
Han times saw such a flowering of Chinese culture that the majority ethnic group in China still refer to themselves as "Han Chinese."
Pronunciation: "hahn DY-nus-tee"
Also Known As: Han Chao
Examples:
"The famous Silk Road was established as an export route for Chinese Silk during the Han Dynasty."
