[10] Archaeological remains suggest that the people of the Shajing culture engaged in pastoralism but also in extensive agricultural production.

[11] The bronze objects of this culture follow the Animal style of the northern steppes, with motifs of eagle, deer or dog.

[11][14] The Shajing culture had walled settlements, probably for defensive purposes, inside which portable yurts were set up.

[11] The bronze objects of the Shajing culture follow the Animal style of the northern steppes, with motifs of eagle, deer or dog.

[21][22] The Shajing culture was overrun by the Xiongnu circa 150 BCE, as they expanded westward following their victory over the Donghu.

[26][27] The area of the Shajing culture and the Hexi Corridor were conquered by general Huo Qubing of Han dynasty in 121 BCE, as part of the Han–Xiongnu War.