East China Illustrated Records: Historical Sites of Dongcheng District, Beijing

Author: Chen Ping, edited by Wang Shiren
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Publishing Date: 2005-09-01
Features: The East China Illustrated Gazetteer is a comprehensive atlas documenting the historical and cultural heritage of Beijing's East City. It not only depicts the historical changes of the East City but also records over 2,000 documented historical sites within its boundaries, introduces more than 400 important cultural relics and historical sites, and includes 37 historical and literary articles on the evolution of East City'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 not only provides researchers and experts in various fields with valuable material for study and creation but also offers authoritative references for many people interested in the history and culture of East City. The release of The East China Illustrated Gazetteer is a concentrated showcase of the past decade's efforts in preserving the historical landscape of East City, particularly in the research and exploration of cultural heritage protection. It represents a landmark foundational project in the preservation of East City's cultural heritage. They will seize this opportunity to further enhance the publicity and education of East City's outstanding historical and cultural heritage, continue the historical lineage, promote the spirit of humanity, and scientifically balance construction and preservation. The goal is to transform East City into a capital functional core area with a rich cultural atmosphere, strong modernization signals, a beautiful urban image, and a comfortable and joyful human environment.