遗址

Ancient; belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence.

The stage of human social development and organization that is considered most advanced. It can also refer to being polite or civilized.

To establish political control over a foreign land and its people, often by sending settlers and exploiting resources.

Belonging to the present time or the current era. Frequently used in academic writing to distinguish current trends from historical ones.

To decline, wane, or fall from a state of prosperity or power.

Emperor.

The process of gradual development or evolution over time, often used for history, languages, or biological species.

Historical; of or concerning history; concerning past events.

The study of past events, particularly in human affairs, or the whole series of past events connected with someone or something.

Relating to the very beginning of a sequence or process; original.