Tianshui Shi Jia producing area

The origin of Tianshui aristocratic family: The origin of Tianshui aristocratic family can be traced back to the Western Han Dynasty. Tianshui was a place name at that time, located in Tianshui City, Gansu Province today.

According to historical records, in the Western Han Dynasty, there was an official named Liu Mingzhong Zi in Tianshui. His descendants passed down from generation to generation, established a deep family foundation in Tianshui and became the founder of Tianshui family.

Liu Zhongzi was one of the heroes in the period of Emperor Wu of Han Dynasty. He was awarded the title of flying general and the title of "Tianshui Hou" because of his outstanding meritorious service in war neutrality. Because Liu Zhongzi and his descendants have a prominent position and far-reaching influence in Tianshui area, people call their descendants "Tianshui Family".

Sui and Tang Dynasties: During the Sui and Tang Dynasties, the Tianshui family grew further, and Tianshui area was an important military location. Tianshui family members have made outstanding contributions in military, political and cultural aspects. According to historical records, Tianshui aristocratic family reached its peak in the Tang Dynasty, and many members held important positions, such as Prime Minister and Shangshu.

Cultural inheritance of Tianshui aristocratic family

Tianshui aristocratic families have not only made great achievements in politics and economy, but also made unique contributions to cultural inheritance. Tianshui aristocratic family members are versatile, and many literati, calligraphers and poets have emerged. Their cultural achievements have added a magnificent chapter to the cultural inheritance and development in Tianshui area.

Many members of Tianshui aristocratic family attach importance to education, admire Confucianism and inherit family traditions and family precepts. Most of the descendants of Tianshui aristocratic family are proficient in classics and profound in knowledge, which has made positive contributions to the prosperity of local culture.