Worth careful appreciation, first observation | The first observation of this "double-sided embroidery"

Release time:Apr 14, 2024 02:48 AM

"Suzhou has done a good job in the combination of tradition and modernity. It not only has historical and cultural heritage, but also has high-tech innovation and high-quality development, which represents the future development direction." On the morning of July 6, during an inspection of the Pingjiang Historical and Cultural District in Suzhou, General Secretary Xi Jinping's words were thought-provoking.

On one hand, there is a long and rich history, and on the other hand, there are rapid breakthroughs. In Suzhou and even Jiangsu, the contrast and tension, symbiosis and integration between classical and modern, culture and technology, and sense of history and future are impressive and inspiring.

Industrial parks, enterprises, historical and cultural blocks, science laboratories ...... From Suzhou to Nanjing, General Secretary Xi Jinping's inspection tour in Jiangsu contains a profound reflection on the dialectical relationship between economy and culture, just like the "double-sided embroidery" of Suzhou embroidery-one side and the other are never mutually exclusive, but complement each other and achieve each other.

Located in the northeast corner of the ancient city of Suzhou, Pingjiang Historical and Cultural District is the most typical and complete historical and cultural protection area in Suzhou, with a history of over 2500 years.

Worth careful appreciation, first observation | The first observation of this "double-sided embroidery"

The Pingjiang Historical and Cultural District in Suzhou, captured on July 3rd. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Li Bo

A small bridge flowing water, pink walls and black tiles. Kunqu opera, Pingtan, Su embroidery, Kesi and other intangible cultural heritage gather here, presenting the original flavor of Gusu culture.

In recent years, following the principle of "restoring the old as it is, preserving its authenticity", the Pingjiang Historical and Cultural District has not only preserved the original ecological lifestyle of nearly 8000 households, but also improved the construction of the district and public facilities, greatly improving the living environment of residents and achieving the protective renewal of the ancient city.

During this trip to Jiangsu, the general secretary made a special trip to Pingjiang historical and cultural district to listen in detail to the report on the protection, repair and utilization of Suzhou ancient city and Pingjiang historical and cultural district. he walked to inspect the ancient street features, watch Suzhou embroidery production, experience the printing of new year pictures, and watched Suzhou Pingtan performance with great interest.

A scene of Pingjiang Historical and Cultural District captured on July 6th. Photo by Yang Yijun, journalist from Xinhua News Agency

To observe the present, it is advisable to learn from the past. Without the past, one cannot achieve the present.Not only reviewing the past, but also looking forward to the future.

In Suzhou, people feel particularly deeply about this.

A Pingjiang Road, half of Gusu City. At the south entrance of Pingjiang Road, there is a pavilion displaying the Song Dynasty painting of Pingjiang. The painting of Pingjiang Prefecture, also known as the "Pingjiang Map" of Suzhou City today, depicts a pattern of "parallel water and land, adjacent rivers and streets" that spans about 800 years and has continued to this day, with little difference.

Assembly photo: The left image shows the Song Dynasty inscription "Pingjiang Map"; The right image is a satellite image of the ancient city of Suzhou taken in March 2023.

Suzhou and Jiangsu have both remained unchanged for centuries and millennia, as well as undergone significant changes in innovative development. The Suzhou Industrial Park that General Secretary inspected this time is a new phenomenon that emerged nearly 30 years ago during the wave of reform, opening up, and modernization construction; The technological innovation achievements showcased in this industrial park have sprung up like mushrooms after rain in recent years.

Continuity means "being upright"; Innovation means "pioneering". The integration of continuity and innovation in Jiangsu inspires people to abide by tradition and not retro, to respect the past but not retro; Fearless of new challenges and daring to accept new things have always been the temperament of Chinese civilization, containing strong momentum for development and progress.

By delving deeper into the technological innovation enterprises in Suzhou and Jiangsu, we can better feel that promoting high-level technological self-reliance and self-improvement in the accelerating evolution of the world, which is unprecedented in a century, carries such a profound cultural accumulation and contains such a magnificent spiritual power.

Literature carries the Way, and culture is the key to cultivating people. Ancient streets and cities not only carry rich historical memories, but also inherit the spirit of the Chinese nation's endless growth.

A corner of Su Embroidery Studio on Pingjiang Road. Photo by Yang Yijun, journalist from Xinhua News Agency

During this visit to Jiangsu, the General Secretary also pointed out that "building the modern civilization of the Chinese nation is an inevitable requirement for promoting Chinese path to modernization and an important part of socialist spiritual civilization construction."

Chinese path to modernization has always focused on the people, which not only promotes the all-round enrichment of things, but also pursues the all-round development of people.

A scene of Pingjiang Historical and Cultural District captured on July 6th. Photo by Yang Yijun, journalist from Xinhua News Agency

"Yesterday I visited the industrial park, and today I also visited the traditional cultural district. Everywhere are historical sites, scenic spots, and cultures, living here is very fortunate." "The resilience, patience, and determination demonstrated by the transmission of excellent traditional Chinese culture from generation to generation are part of the spirit of the Chinese nation." "Not only should we inherit it well in material form, but we should also inherit it well in our hearts."

The General Secretary raised ardent expectations for building the modern civilization of the Chinese nation in the process of promoting Chinese path to modernization.

Chinese path to modernization endows Chinese civilization with modern strength, and Chinese civilization endows Chinese path to modernization with profound connotation. In this sense, protecting ancient streets, guarding ancient cities, and promoting the creative transformation and innovative development of excellent traditional Chinese culture are related to economic and social development, as well as the overall modernization construction.

Visual | Animation Production: Li Yuze

Jointly produced by the domestic department of Xinhua News Agency and the Jiangsu branch of Xinhua News Agency

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