The History of Chinese Textiles

Among all the countries in the world,China is the country that first invented silkworm breedingand silk reeling, weaving, dyeing, printing and embroidery. It was the famous "silk country" inancient days. Chinese textiles used to clothe rich people of many nations during a long course ofhistory. They were the gem of ancient Chinese culture. Since the fifth century B. C. Chinesetextiles,dyed silk and embroideries have spread to other parts of Asia,Europe and Africa via theSilk Route and won high praises. To this day, the traditional Chinese silk and won high praises.To this day,the traditional Chinese silk and embroidery are still popular all over the globe.