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Ancient China elites used water fans, ice to beat summer heat

Historical research indicates that ancient Chinese elites employed sophisticated methods to combat summer heat, including the use of water-powered fans and ice. During extreme heatwaves, such as one in the Qing dynasty, temperatures could reach 40-43 degrees Celsius, leading to significant loss of life, particularly among the poor and laborers. AI

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Ancient China elites used water fans, ice to beat summer heat

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Zoey Zhang ·

    Ancient China elites used water fans, ice to cool down in summer; folks had bamboo pillows

    In ancient China, summer heat could be deadly long before the advent of air conditioning. To survive it, people resorted to remedies ranging from imperial ice sculptures and water-powered fans to the more carefree practice of dressing minimally. One of the most devastating exampl…