During the Western Han period,the development of relatively high-ranking marquis tombs saw advancements in their architectural structure,including the widespread construction of earthen mounds.The shape,size,construction,accompanying facilities,functions,and associated burial pits and tombs reflect various aspects of the connotation and evolution of the tombs of Western Han marquises.They demonstrate corresponding protective measures,regulations,requirements,and functions commensurate with the rank of the tomb occupants.Understanding these aspects provides valuable insights into the development of the tombs of marquises during the Han Dynasty.
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