29th century BC facts for kids
| Millennium: | 3rd millennium BC |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 30th century BC · 29th century BC · 28th century BC |
| Decades: | 2890s BC 2880s BC 2870s BC 2860s BC 2850s BC 2840s BC 2830s BC 2820s BC 2810s BC 2800s BC |
| Categories: | Births – Deaths Establishments – Disestablishments |
The 29th century BC was a long time ago, lasting from the year 2900 BC to 2801 BC. This was a period of big changes and important events in ancient history, especially in places like Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) and Egypt. People were learning new ways to write, build, and organize their societies.
Key Events of the 29th Century BC
Many interesting things happened during this century:
Writing Changes in Sumer
Around 2900 BC, in a region called Sumer (which is now part of Iraq), people were using a very early form of writing. They started with pictures called pictographs to represent objects. Over time, these pictures changed into phonograms, which were symbols that represented sounds. This was a huge step in how people communicated and recorded information.
Early Wars in Mesopotamia
From about 2900 BC to 2334 BC, there were many wars in Mesopotamia during a time known as the Early Dynastic period. Different cities and kingdoms fought for control and resources.
Ancient Statues from Eshnunna
Around 2900 BC to 2600 BC, beautiful statues were made in a place called Eshnunna (modern-day Tell Ashmar, Iraq). These statues were found in a temple and are now kept at the Oriental Institute of the University of Chicago. They give us a peek into the art and beliefs of people from that time.
The Hồng Bàng Dynasty in Vietnam
In 2897 BC, a leader named Hùng Vương started the Hồng Bàng Dynasty in Vietnam. At that time, Vietnam was known as Văn Lang. This was a very early kingdom in Southeast Asia.
Changes in Ancient Egypt
In 2890 BC, Pharaoh Qa'a of Egypt died. This marked the end of Egypt's First Dynasty. After him, Pharaoh Hotepsekhemwy began to rule, starting the Second Dynasty. This was a time when Egypt was still developing its powerful pharaoh system.
Ancient Trees Begin to Grow
- Around 2880 BC, a very old tree called the Prometheus Tree is thought to have started growing. This tree was a Bristlecone Pine and lived for thousands of years in the United States.
- Even older, around 2832 BC, another famous Bristlecone Pine called the Methuselah Tree is believed to have started its life. It is still alive today and is one of the oldest known living things on Earth!
Egypt's Calendar System
Around 2874 BC, ancient Egyptians began using a 365-day calendar year. This calendar had 12 months, each with 30 days. They added 5 extra days at the end of the year to make it 365 days long. This was a very advanced system for its time and helped them keep track of seasons and important events like the flooding of the Nile River.
Early Rulers in China
In 2852 BC, a period known as the Three August Ones and Five Emperors began in China. These were legendary rulers who are said to have laid the foundations for Chinese civilization.
Ur Becomes a Rich City
During this century, the city of Ur in Sumer became one of the wealthiest and most important cities in the region. It was a center for trade and culture.
Possible Space Impact
Around 2807 BC, some scientists believe there might have been an asteroid or comet that hit the Earth. This event could have happened between Africa and Antarctica and might be linked to ancient flood stories. It could have also created features like the Burckle crater and the Fenambosy Chevron on the ocean floor.
See also
In Spanish: Siglo XXIX a. C. para niños
