Ruins of ancient Dian people reveal ancient fisherman's life

Archeologists have discovered ruins of "ancient Dian People" at the west bank of the Dianchi Lake in Kunming, capital of southwest China's Yunnan Province, where large amount of shells, bronze fishhooks, jade bracelets and stone tools etc were excavated. Cremation tombs of Yuan and Ming Dynasty and remains of fire were discovered at the site too.

Experts presume the history of the ruins can be traced back to 2,000 years ago. The discovery will help researchers get to know the living and working conditions of fishermen living at the Dianchi Lake 2, 000 years ago.

By People's Daily Online