China Documentary Network > Exploration · Discovery > Discovery 16/03/2014: Exploring Metrics

Discovery 16/03/2014: Exploring Metrics

Video Introduction

The main content of this program: Xiulaifu, 69 years old this year, spent nearly 30 years traveling all over the country and abroad, collecting more than 4000 ancient weighing instruments at all times and in all over the world. Unexpectedly, he found that unknown history was hidden in them. In his museum, there are iron hammers and stone mounds ranging from a few dollars to hundreds of pounds. What are their uses? Who formulated the standards of length, weight and volume, and how did this relate to the establishment of ancient dynasties? This program takes you closer to Xiulaifu's exploration of weights and measures. Please pay attention. (Discovery 16/03/2014)

Episode List
share