Woodcarving of Guan Yu, the figure of the Three Kingdoms

Guan Yu, also known as Yunchang, was a famous general of the Shu Kingdom at the end of the Han Dynasty. He was the adopted brother of Liu Bei and one of the highly respected heroic figures in Chinese history. He played an important role in the late Eastern Han Dynasty and the Three Kingdoms period. A tall and imposing figure is revered as' Guan Gong '. He is known for his loyalty, integrity, and bravery, and is the backbone of Liu Bei's power. Guan Yu was born in Jie County, Hedong Commandery. In his early years, he held positions in the government and became sworn brothers with Liu Bei. He demonstrated outstanding martial arts and military talent in many battles, especially winning reputation for defeating the great general Xiahou Dun of Cao Cao. His image has been widely praised by later generations and has become a symbol of loyalty and bravery