China
China has a long and rich history that spans over thousands of years. It is one of the oldest civilizations in the world and has contributed many inventions and cultural achievements to humanity. China's written language dates back to the Shang Dynasty (1600–1046 BC), and its culture has influenced many neighboring countries such as Japan, Korea and Vietnam. China has been ruled by different dynasties, some of which lasted for centuries, until the Republic of China was established in 1912.