Beijing Central Axis gets seal of approval
9 months, 1 week ago

Beijing Central Axis gets seal of approval

China Daily  

By Cheng Yuezhu | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-03-12 16:24 A series of public activities aimed at promoting the Central Axis of Beijing through the seal-carving art form was launched at an opening ceremony held on Monday at Beijing's China Millennium Monument. A series of public activities aimed at promoting the Central Axis of Beijing through the seal-carving art form was launched at an opening ceremony held on Monday at Beijing's China Millennium Monument. Three main events have been introduced — seal-carving activities tailored for children and teenagers, an exhibition showcasing seal carving works, as well as an award ceremony in honor of those who contributed to the promotion of Beijing's Central Axis. Visitors will be able to collect these seals at certain heritage sites, subway stations along Beijing's line 8, the Beijing Central Axis Protection Foundation as well as the China Millennium Monument.

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Central Axis gets all lacquered up
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Central Axis gets all lacquered up

China Daily  

The lacquer painting titled Eternal Central Axis measures 5.6 meters wide and 7.8 meters tall. The unveiling ceremony was jointly hosted by the Beijing Central Axis Protection Foundation and the Zhengjia Charity Foundation, and co-organized by the Beijing Central Axis Conservation Center and the Shen Shao'an Lacquer Art Museum in Fuzhou, Fujian province. The painting is 5.6 meters wide and …

Beijing Exhibition on Seal Carving to Tour National, Featuring Two Books
2 months, 1 week ago

Beijing Exhibition on Seal Carving to Tour National, Featuring Two Books

China Daily  

An exhibition on seal carving centered around Beijing's Central Axis is set to go on a national tour. The exhibition features over 300 seal-carving works inspired by the Beijing Central Axis and its heritage components. The exhibition will begin its tour at the Beijing Yintai Center and will travel to various districts and provinces in China.

Beijing Exhibition on Seal Carving to Tour National, Featuring Two Books
2 months, 1 week ago

Beijing Exhibition on Seal Carving to Tour National, Featuring Two Books

China Daily  

An exhibition on seal carving centered around Beijing's Central Axis is set to go on a national tour. The exhibition features over 300 seal-carving works inspired by the Beijing Central Axis and its heritage components. The exhibition will begin its tour at the Beijing Yintai Center and will travel to various districts and provinces in China.

Beijing's Central Axis to Host National Exhibition on Seal Carving
2 months, 1 week ago

Beijing's Central Axis to Host National Exhibition on Seal Carving

China Daily  

An exhibition on seal carving centered around Beijing's Central Axis is set to go on a national tour. The exhibition features over 300 seal-carving works inspired by the Beijing Central Axis and its heritage components. The exhibition will begin its tour at the Beijing Yintai Center and will travel to various districts and provinces in China.

Heritage provides blueprint for future
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Heritage provides blueprint for future

China Daily  

The Beijing Central Axis Post Office, at The Guan museum in Dongcheng district, features a range of merchandise themed on Beijing culture. "The inscription of the Beijing Central Axis on the UNESCO World Heritage List has had a significant impact, increasing public interest in our work and inspiring us to create new cultural scenarios. We've developed a consolidated showcase of …

Axis becomes center of attention
4 months ago

Axis becomes center of attention

China Daily  

The Drum tower is one of the landmark attractions along the Beijing Central Axis. In the short term, cultural exploration activities for the Beijing Central Axis will be organized to further optimize tourism routes and update and standardize the explanations provided by tour guides, thus better satisfying summer vacationers. More tourism products featuring digital, immersion and learning experiences along the …

Axis becomes center of attention
4 months ago

Axis becomes center of attention

China Daily  

The Drum tower is one of the landmark attractions along the Beijing Central Axis. In the short term, cultural exploration activities for the Beijing Central Axis will be organized to further optimize tourism routes and update and standardize the explanations provided by tour guides, thus better satisfying summer vacationers. More tourism products featuring digital, immersion and learning experiences along the …

每日一词|世界遗产 World Heritage
4 months, 2 weeks ago

每日一词|世界遗产 World Heritage

China Daily  

在印度新德里举行的联合国教科文组织第46届世界遗产大会通过决议，将“北京中轴线——中国理想都城秩序的杰作”“巴丹吉林沙漠—沙山湖泊群”和“中国黄（渤）海候鸟栖息地（第二期）”列入《世界遗产名录》。至此，我国世界遗产总数达到59项。 The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization announced the inscription of Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital, Badain Jaran Desert—Towers of Sand, and Lakes, and Migratory Bird Sanctuaries along the Coast of Yellow Sea-Bohai Gulf of China on the World Heritage List at the 46th session of the UNESCO World …

每日一词|世界遗产 World Heritage
4 months, 2 weeks ago

每日一词|世界遗产 World Heritage

China Daily  

在印度新德里举行的联合国教科文组织第46届世界遗产大会通过决议，将“北京中轴线——中国理想都城秩序的杰作”“巴丹吉林沙漠—沙山湖泊群”和“中国黄（渤）海候鸟栖息地（第二期）”列入《世界遗产名录》。至此，我国世界遗产总数达到59项。 The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization announced the inscription of Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital, Badain Jaran Desert—Towers of Sand, and Lakes, and Migratory Bird Sanctuaries along the Coast of Yellow Sea-Bohai Gulf of China on the World Heritage List at the 46th session of the UNESCO World …

每日一词|世界遗产 World Heritage
4 months, 2 weeks ago

每日一词|世界遗产 World Heritage

China Daily  

在印度新德里举行的联合国教科文组织第46届世界遗产大会通过决议，将“北京中轴线——中国理想都城秩序的杰作”“巴丹吉林沙漠—沙山湖泊群”和“中国黄（渤）海候鸟栖息地（第二期）”列入《世界遗产名录》。至此，我国世界遗产总数达到59项。 The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization announced the inscription of Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital, Badain Jaran Desert—Towers of Sand, and Lakes, and Migratory Bird Sanctuaries along the Coast of Yellow Sea-Bohai Gulf of China on the World Heritage List at the 46th session of the UNESCO World …

Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital

China Daily  

Aerial view of the Beijing Central Axis. A view of Yongding Gate at the southern end of Beijing’s Central Axis. The Central Axis of Beijing is an ensemble of imperial palaces and gardens, structures built for sacrificial rituals, ceremonial and public buildings, and the remains of the original central axis roads. Stretching 7.8 kilometers from north to south through the …

Beijing exhibition seals appeal of Axis
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Beijing exhibition seals appeal of Axis

China Daily  

A seal carving exhibition about Beijing's Central Axis is running at the China Millennium Monument's art museum in Beijing until Aug 25. A seal carving exhibition about Beijing's Central Axis - a string of buildings, complexes and archaeological sites running north-south through the capital's old city - opens at the China Millennium Monument's art museum on July 19. Using the …

Beijing exhibition seals appeal of Axis
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Beijing exhibition seals appeal of Axis

China Daily  

A seal carving exhibition about Beijing's Central Axis is running at the China Millennium Monument's art museum in Beijing until Aug 25. A seal carving exhibition about Beijing's Central Axis - a string of buildings, complexes and archaeological sites running north-south through the capital's old city - opens at the China Millennium Monument's art museum on July 19. Using the …

Axis is central to capital's appeal
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Axis is central to capital's appeal

China Daily  

An ensemble of landmarks representing the backbone of Beijing was envisioned centuries ago and still plays vital role in modern life, Cheng Yuezhu reports. Those taking a trip to central Beijing are often recommended to ascend Jingshan Hill and be treated to a rare bird's-eye view of the capital's old city. This is the Beijing Central Axis, celebrated as "the …

Beijing Central Axis inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Beijing Central Axis inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List

China Daily  

"Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital" has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, becoming China's 59th World Heritage Site. With its roots dating back to the paradigm of ideal capital planning in traditional Chinese culture, the Beijing Central Axis shows an ensemble of building complexes and archaeological sites that governs …

Axis is central to capital's appeal
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Axis is central to capital's appeal

China Daily  

An ensemble of landmarks representing the backbone of Beijing was envisioned centuries ago and still plays vital role in modern life, Cheng Yuezhu reports. Those taking a trip to central Beijing are often recommended to ascend Jingshan Hill and be treated to a rare bird's-eye view of the capital's old city. This is the Beijing Central Axis, celebrated as "the …

Axis is central to capital's appeal
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Axis is central to capital's appeal

China Daily  

Historical landmarks along the Beijing Central Axis include Forbidden City, Altar of Land and Grain, Qianmen Street, Temple of Heaven and Jingshan Hill. JIANG DONG/CHINA DAILY/BEIJING MUNICIPAL OFFICE FOR CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT OF BEIJING CENTRAL AXIS Preservation efforts Zhao Yan, a resident living in the hutong near Di'anmen Inner Street, says that she has observed changes gradually taking place in …

Axis is central to capital's appeal
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Axis is central to capital's appeal

China Daily  

MAP OF HISTORY WANG KAIHAO/CHINA DAILY/SU JINGBO/LI XIAOTIAN/CHINA DAILY Confucian rituals In addition to its significance in city planning and architecture layout, the Beijing Central Axis bears witness to the ritual traditions valued in Chinese culture. "Closely examine the planning of Beijing's old city, and it is evident that the buildings' specifications, hierarchies, order and layout deeply reflect the Confucian …

Celebrations honor Central Axis inscription
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Celebrations honor Central Axis inscription

China Daily  

Celebrations are hosted at the China Millennium Monument in Beijing to honor the Beijing Central Axis being inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List on Saturday. At the announcement of the Beijing Central Axis being inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List on Saturday, celebrations were hosted at the Beijing Central Axis Protection Foundation and the China Millennium Monument in …

Celebrations honor Central Axis inscription
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Celebrations honor Central Axis inscription

China Daily  

Celebrations are hosted at the China Millennium Monument in Beijing to honor the Beijing Central Axis being inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List on Saturday. At the announcement of the Beijing Central Axis being inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List on Saturday, celebrations were hosted at the Beijing Central Axis Protection Foundation and the China Millennium Monument in …

Celebrations honor Central Axis inscription
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Celebrations honor Central Axis inscription

China Daily  

Celebrations are hosted at the China Millennium Monument in Beijing to honor the Beijing Central Axis being inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List on Saturday. At the announcement of the Beijing Central Axis being inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List on Saturday, celebrations were hosted at the Beijing Central Axis Protection Foundation and the China Millennium Monument in …

Beijing Central Axis listed as World Heritage Site
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Beijing Central Axis listed as World Heritage Site

China Daily  

People participate in an event on a square near Beijing's Bell Tower and Drum Tower on Saturday to celebrate the inclusion of the Beijing Central Axis on UNESCO's World Heritage List. The 46th session of the World Heritage Committee in New Delhi, India, announced on Saturday that the Beijing Central Axis — "A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of …

Beijing Central Axis listed as World Heritage Site
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Beijing Central Axis listed as World Heritage Site

China Daily  

People participate in an event on a square near Beijing's Bell Tower and Drum Tower on Saturday to celebrate the inclusion of the Beijing Central Axis on UNESCO's World Heritage List. The 46th session of the World Heritage Committee in New Delhi, India, announced on Saturday that the Beijing Central Axis — "A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of …

Beijing Central Axis inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Beijing Central Axis inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List

China Daily  

"Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital" has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, becoming China's 59th World Heritage Site. With its roots dating back to the paradigm of ideal capital planning in traditional Chinese culture, the Beijing Central Axis shows an ensemble of building complexes and archaeological sites that governs …

Beijing Central Axis inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Beijing Central Axis inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List

China Daily  

"Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital" has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, becoming China's 59th World Heritage Site. With its roots dating back to the paradigm of ideal capital planning in traditional Chinese culture, the Beijing Central Axis shows an ensemble of building complexes and archaeological sites that governs …

Beijing exhibition seals appeal of Axis
5 months ago

Beijing exhibition seals appeal of Axis

China Daily  

A seal carving exhibition about Beijing's Central Axis is running at the China Millennium Monument's art museum in Beijing until Aug 25. A seal carving exhibition about Beijing's Central Axis - a string of buildings, complexes and archaeological sites running north-south through the capital's old city - opens at the China Millennium Monument's art museum on July 19. Using the …

Beijing exhibition seals appeal of Axis
5 months ago

Beijing exhibition seals appeal of Axis

China Daily  

A seal carving exhibition about Beijing's Central Axis is running at the China Millennium Monument's art museum in Beijing until Aug 25. A seal carving exhibition about Beijing's Central Axis - a string of buildings, complexes and archaeological sites running north-south through the capital's old city - opens at the China Millennium Monument's art museum on July 19. Using the …

Beijing exhibition seals appeal of Axis
5 months ago

Beijing exhibition seals appeal of Axis

China Daily  

A seal carving exhibition about Beijing's Central Axis is running at the China Millennium Monument's art museum in Beijing until Aug 25. A seal carving exhibition about Beijing's Central Axis - a string of buildings, complexes and archaeological sites running north-south through the capital's old city - opens at the China Millennium Monument's art museum on July 19. Using the …

Seal carving provides 'passport' to the Beijing Central Axis
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Seal carving provides 'passport' to the Beijing Central Axis

China Daily  

Unique stamps for these 15 sites have been designed and are included in a newly released "Beijing Central Axis passport". With the recently launched series of public activities, aimed at promoting the Central Axis of Beijing through the seal carving art form, tourists will be able to collect seal stamps unique to each heritage site, which can be found at …

Seal carving provides 'passport' to the Beijing Central Axis
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Seal carving provides 'passport' to the Beijing Central Axis

China Daily  

Unique stamps for these 15 sites have been designed and are included in a newly released "Beijing Central Axis passport". With the recently launched series of public activities, aimed at promoting the Central Axis of Beijing through the seal carving art form, tourists will be able to collect seal stamps unique to each heritage site, which can be found at …

Beijing Central Axis gets seal of approval
9 months, 1 week ago

Beijing Central Axis gets seal of approval

China Daily  

A series of public activities aimed at promoting the Central Axis of Beijing through the seal-carving art form was launched at an opening ceremony held on Monday at Beijing's China Millennium Monument. Three main events have been introduced — seal-carving activities tailored for children and teenagers, an exhibition showcasing seal carving works, as well as an award ceremony in honor …

Beijing Central Axis gets seal of approval
9 months, 1 week ago

Beijing Central Axis gets seal of approval

China Daily  

A series of public activities aimed at promoting the Central Axis of Beijing through the seal-carving art form was launched at an opening ceremony held on Monday at Beijing's China Millennium Monument. Three main events have been introduced — seal-carving activities tailored for children and teenagers, an exhibition showcasing seal carving works, as well as an award ceremony in honor …

Beijing Central Axis gets seal of approval
9 months, 1 week ago

Beijing Central Axis gets seal of approval

China Daily  

A series of public activities aimed at promoting the Central Axis of Beijing through the seal-carving art form was launched at an opening ceremony held on Monday at Beijing's China Millennium Monument. Three main events have been introduced — seal-carving activities tailored for children and teenagers, an exhibition showcasing seal carving works, as well as an award ceremony in honor …

Beijing Central Axis gets seal of approval
9 months, 1 week ago

Beijing Central Axis gets seal of approval

China Daily  

A series of public activities aimed at promoting the Central Axis of Beijing through the seal-carving art form was launched at an opening ceremony held on Monday at Beijing's China Millennium Monument. Three main events have been introduced — seal-carving activities tailored for children and teenagers, an exhibition showcasing seal carving works, as well as an award ceremony in honor …

Metro themed on Beijing’s Central Axis offers unique traveling experience
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Metro themed on Beijing’s Central Axis offers unique traveling experience

China Daily  

Metro train themed on Beijing's Central Axis. A metro train themed on Beijing’s Central Axis, the core of Beijing that runs 7.8 kilometers from south to north, was put into operation on Beijing’s metro line 8 on Feb 4. Launched by Beijing Central Axis Protection Foundation and Beijing Subway, the themed metro train runs until Aug 4. Beijing’s metro line …

Metro themed on Beijing’s Central Axis offers unique traveling experience
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Metro themed on Beijing’s Central Axis offers unique traveling experience

China Daily  

Metro train themed on Beijing's Central Axis. A metro train themed on Beijing’s Central Axis, the core of Beijing that runs 7.8 kilometers from south to north, was put into operation on Beijing’s metro line 8 on Feb 4. Launched by Beijing Central Axis Protection Foundation and Beijing Subway, the themed metro train runs until Aug 4. Beijing’s metro line …

Central Axis-themed exhibition hails beauty of order and balance
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Central Axis-themed exhibition hails beauty of order and balance

China Daily  

Central Axis, by Lu Yushun. First built in the 13th century, the Central Axis runs through the historic region of Beijing, from north to south, stretching some 7.8 kilometers. It connects imperial palaces, and architecture, public facilities and relic sites of ages, showing the philosophy of the construction of Beijing as the imperial capital. A painting exhibition now ongoing at …

Central Axis competition gears up to host Beijing ceremony
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Central Axis competition gears up to host Beijing ceremony

China Daily  

A student participating in the youth section introduces Beijing's Central Axis using the Sun Yat-sen suit. The Competition for the Transmission and Promotion of the Beijing Central Axis has completed its final evaluation sessions and is scheduled to host an award ceremony on Jan 7 in Beijing. To raise awareness about the value of Beijing's Central Axis, the core structure …

Central Axis-themed exhibition hails beauty of order and balance
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Central Axis-themed exhibition hails beauty of order and balance

China Daily  

Central Axis, by Lu Yushun. First built in the 13th century, the Central Axis runs through the historic region of Beijing, from north to south, stretching some 7.8 kilometers. It connects imperial palaces, and architecture, public facilities and relic sites of ages, showing the philosophy of the construction of Beijing as the imperial capital. A painting exhibition now ongoing at …

Central Axis competition gears up to host Beijing ceremony
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Central Axis competition gears up to host Beijing ceremony

China Daily  

A student participating in the youth section introduces Beijing's Central Axis using the Sun Yat-sen suit. The Competition for the Transmission and Promotion of the Beijing Central Axis has completed its final evaluation sessions and is scheduled to host an award ceremony on Jan 7 in Beijing. To raise awareness about the value of Beijing's Central Axis, the core structure …

Central Axis competition gears up to host Beijing ceremony
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Central Axis competition gears up to host Beijing ceremony

China Daily  

A student participating in the youth section introduces Beijing's Central Axis using the Sun Yat-sen suit. The Competition for the Transmission and Promotion of the Beijing Central Axis has completed its final evaluation sessions and is scheduled to host an award ceremony on Jan 7 in Beijing. To raise awareness about the value of Beijing's Central Axis, the core structure …

Central Axis competition gears up to host Beijing ceremony
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Central Axis competition gears up to host Beijing ceremony

China Daily  

A student participating in the youth section introduces Beijing's Central Axis using the Sun Yat-sen suit. The Competition for the Transmission and Promotion of the Beijing Central Axis has completed its final evaluation sessions and is scheduled to host an award ceremony on Jan 7 in Beijing. To raise awareness about the value of Beijing's Central Axis, the core structure …

Beijing's Central Axis takes center stage with World Heritage bid
1 year, 2 months ago

Beijing's Central Axis takes center stage with World Heritage bid

China Daily  

Residents dance in the square in front of the Yongding Gate. The Altar of the God of Agriculture stands near Beijing's Central Axis as a testament to China's rich farming culture. At a small farm field in this temple, emperors once attended solemn rituals to offer sacrifices to the God of Agriculture, and pray for favorable weather, bountiful harvests and …

Beijing's Central Axis takes center stage with World Heritage bid
1 year, 2 months ago

Beijing's Central Axis takes center stage with World Heritage bid

China Daily  

Residents dance in the square in front of the Yongding Gate. The Altar of the God of Agriculture stands near Beijing's Central Axis as a testament to China's rich farming culture. At a small farm field in this temple, emperors once attended solemn rituals to offer sacrifices to the God of Agriculture, and pray for favorable weather, bountiful harvests and …

Beijing's Central Axis takes center stage with World Heritage bid
1 year, 2 months ago

Beijing's Central Axis takes center stage with World Heritage bid

China Daily  

Residents dance in the square in front of the Yongding Gate. The Altar of the God of Agriculture stands near Beijing's Central Axis as a testament to China's rich farming culture. At a small farm field in this temple, emperors once attended solemn rituals to offer sacrifices to the God of Agriculture, and pray for favorable weather, bountiful harvests and …

Beijing's Central Axis takes center stage with World Heritage bid
1 year, 2 months ago

Beijing's Central Axis takes center stage with World Heritage bid

China Daily  

Residents dance in the square in front of the Yongding Gate. The Altar of the God of Agriculture stands near Beijing's Central Axis as a testament to China's rich farming culture. At a small farm field in this temple, emperors once attended solemn rituals to offer sacrifices to the God of Agriculture, and pray for favorable weather, bountiful harvests and …

Spotlight shines on Beijing's Central Axis
1 year, 2 months ago

Spotlight shines on Beijing's Central Axis

China Daily  

Ancient wisdom The Zhongshan Park exhibition only attracted modest attendance over the past three months, with visitors paying little attention to the elegantly arranged displays of cultural sites from different historical periods. Models of the Central Axis running south to north and of the cultural heritage sites on both sides of it were positioned in the main area of the …

Spotlight shines on Beijing's Central Axis
1 year, 2 months ago

Spotlight shines on Beijing's Central Axis

China Daily  

Exhibition highlights the need to protect cultural heritage along ancient route Some 50 old black-and-white photos displayed at an exhibition that just ended in Zhongshan Park, Beijing, gave visitors a sense of the historical and cultural significance of the Chinese capital's Central Axis. Gai Jianzhong, research center director at Zhongshan Park and co-curator of the exhibition, said: "These images were …

Spotlight shines on Beijing's central axis
1 year, 2 months ago

Spotlight shines on Beijing's central axis

China Daily  

LU PING/CHINA DAILY Ancient wisdom The Zhongshan Park exhibition only attracted modest attendance over the past three months, with visitors paying little attention to the elegantly arranged displays of cultural sites from different historical periods. Models of the Central Axis running south to north and of the cultural heritage sites on both sides of it were positioned in the main …

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