East China Atlas - Historical Records of Dongcheng District, Beijing

Author: Chen Ping
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Publish Date: 2005-09-01
Features: The Donghua Illustrated Chronicle is a comprehensive atlas documenting the historical and cultural heritage of Beijing's Dongcheng District. It not only depicts the historical evolution of the district but also records over 2,000 documented historical sites within Dongcheng, introduces more than 400 important cultural relics and historical sites, and includes 37 historical and literary texts describing the changes in Dongcheng's heritage. The book contains over 400,000 words in total. The entire work features over 100 historical photographs, 291 color photographs, 630 black-and-white photographs, 13 historical maps, 246 floor plans, 139 location maps, and 816 measured drawings. The publication of this book has provided scholars and experts from various fields with valuable research and creative materials, as well as important reference documents for many people who are interested in Dongcheng's history and culture. The release of The Donghua Illustrated Chronicle is a concentrated showcase of the past decade's efforts in Dongcheng's historical preservation, particularly in the research and exploration of cultural heritage protection. It represents a landmark foundational project in Dongcheng's cultural heritage preservation efforts. They will seize this opportunity to further enhance the publicity and education of Dongcheng's outstanding historical and cultural heritage, continue the historical lineage, promote the spirit of humanity, scientifically balance construction and preservation, and strive to transform Dongcheng into a capital functional core area with a strong cultural atmosphere, vibrant modernization, a beautiful urban image, and a comfortable and joyful human environment.