Over threw Mongul Dynasty in 1368

lasted till 1644

extended rule into mongolia and central asia

centralized bureaucracy

had a series of naval voyages led by Yong le

portuguese came to china

cultural exchange

got over thrown

seized the island of taiwan

flourished during strong early rulers

tried to preserve distinct identity with the chinese

Europe came to power in certain parts

took place during the qing dynasty

China's government became corrupt

Qing was declining while Europe wanted more trade

Europe was negative about the trade balance