Youchao (Chinese: 有巢, lit. "Nest-Owner") is the inventor of houses and buildings, according to ancient Chinese 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 from 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]
| Youchao 有巢 | |
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Art of Youchao
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| Reign | 200 years |
| Born | Chaohu, Anhui |
| Issue | Suiren |
| Father | Pangu |
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]