Youchao (
Chinese: 有巢, lit. "Nest-Owner") is the inventor of houses and buildings, according to China's ancient
mythology.[1][2] He is said to have been one of
The Three August Ones in ancient China. He is an obscure figure, also known as Da Chao (大巢).[3] Tradition holds that he ruled over China for 200 years form years 3162–2962 BC
.[citation needed] According to
Han Feizi, people could avoid harm from animals with the help of buildings made from wood, which was taught by Youchao.[4]
There is the legend of the Four Clans (四氏), who took part in creating the world. The four members are Youchao,
Suiren,
Fuxi, and
Shennong.[5]
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