It is noted for Western and Eastern periods when the capitals were Ch'ang-an and Lo-yang, respectively.
A contemporary account of this period is given in the Shih-chi of Ssu-ma Ch'ien. It is notable for the creation of the fu form and saw the introduction of Buddhism. Founded when Liu Pang overthrew Hsiang Yü, this dynasty was briefly interrupted by the Hsin when the rule of the child Emperor Ruzi was overthrown by Wang Mang. It is noted for Western and Eastern periods when the capitals were Ch'ang-an and Lo-yang, respectively. For ten points, name this Chinese dynasty lasting from 206 BCE to 220 CE.
A contemporary account of this period is given in the Shih-chi of Ssu-ma Ch'ien.
the {Han} Dynasty