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Monster Essays - China's Influence on Korea
China's Influence on Korea
As early as Han times, China extended its influence to a ring of
states and peoples on the borders of the Middle Kingdom. To the northeast,
Korea lay within the Chinese zone of influence. While Korea absorbed many
Chinese traditions over the centuries, it also maintained its own identity.
Korea’s location on China’s doorstep has played a key role in its
development. From its powerful mainland neighbor, Korea received many
cultural and technological influences. At times, China extended political
control over the peninsula. From early times, Korea adapted and
transformed Chinese traditions before passing them on to J....
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