Adhering to the principles of integrity, innovating, and building a cultural city

At the foot of Yanshan Mountain, the Central Headquarters of the National Version Museum of China is grand and magnificent, continuing the Chinese cultural heritage; On the banks of the Dayun River, the three major buildings of Beijing's urban sub center coexist harmoniously with nature, carrying a beautiful future; In the hinterland of Qianmen, the theaters and clubs are rejuvenated, and water flows through the streets and alleys to reappear. Traditional culture and modern life meet and blend in the alleys of old Beijing

Adhere to integrity and innovation, and build a cultural city. In recent years, Beijing has been promoting the construction of national cultural centers with high quality, deeply rooted in cultural roots, and cultivating cultural soil. A series of major cultural facilities have been successively established, and new cultural spaces and scenes continue to emerge. The cultural construction of Beijing in the new era is characterized by a new atmosphere and a new pattern.

Continuing the millennial cultural heritage, showcasing the charm of a great country

In early autumn, Beijing is as clear as the sky. On the north extension line of the central axis, the CPC History Exhibition Hall, the Chinese History Research Institute, and the Chinese Intangible Cultural Heritage Hall are three state-level cultural palaces with grand momentum. "The successive completion of a series of national level cultural halls has become a new symbol for Beijing to showcase its great power in the new era," said the relevant person in charge of the Propaganda Department of the Beijing Municipal Party Committee.

"This is a baptism that touches the soul. Viewers from all over the country look back on the century long history and draw on the strength of progress in this spiritual palace that shows the struggle history of the CPC.

"Since its opening for more than two years, the museum has been highly concerned by the cadres and the masses." Zhang Shuang, director of the Publicity and Education Department of the CPC History Exhibition Hall, said that up to now, it has received more than 2 million visitors from all walks of life, with more than 6000 groups, and has continued to form a visit craze.

Continuing north along the central axis, the Central Headquarters of the National Version Museum of China is located among the lush green mountains and forests. Since the official opening of the museum on July 30, 2022, the seed genes of Chinese culture have been preserved in a famous mountain and passed down to future generations, making it a popular place.

As the crystallization of civilization development and the golden seed of cultural inheritance, the version bears in mind the evolution process of the birth, development, and growth of the Chinese nation, carrying a rich history and brilliant culture.

"Since the establishment of the People's Republic of China, all types of publication versions have been included in the collection, and tens of thousands of exhibits from ten major categories, including ancient Chinese books, revolutionary literature, religious literature, woodblock rubbings, inscriptions, family genealogies, coins, and stamps, have also been included in the collection." According to Fu Zichong, a commentator at the Central Library of the National Archives of the People's Republic of China, currently, the National Archives of the People's Republic of China has "one total and three parts", with a total of more than 25 million versions in collection, of which the total number of versions in the central library is more than 16 million.

Climbing up from the main entrance of the Central Hall, Wenxing Tower, Wenhua Hall, and Wenhan Pavilion unfold from south to north.In the Wenhua Hall, there are rare ancient books such as the Ming Dynasty copied edition "Records of the Ryukyu Expedition" and the Song Dynasty engraved edition "Tang Lake Poetry Manuscripts", allowing people to appreciate the prosperity of the Chinese nation's "literary tradition"; In the Wenxing Building, there are three themed exhibitions: "Version Craftsmanship," "Chinese Stamps," and "Chinese Currency," showcasing the rich and profound heritage of Chinese civilization from different perspectives.

"Continuation of Context" - On the huge stone seal of Wenhuatang South Square, four large characters are vigorous and powerful. The young students who came to visit eagerly took a group photo as a souvenir, expressing their heartfelt feelings: "Very shocking, deeply proud." "Live up to your youth, study hard." "Let Chinese civilization shine in the east of the world."

Record urban development and witness the changes of the times

In the new era, Beijing is moving forward rapidly through exploration and practice. On the banks of the Dayun River in JD.com, the sub center of Beijing grows in knots; On the banks of the Yongding River in the west of Beijing, the "Ten Mile Steel City" is accelerating its transformation and transformation. Two rivers and two cities, they record the rapid development of cities and witness the changes of the times.

The "Three High Furnace" is a proud "meritorious blast furnace" of Shougang people, embodying the industrial memory of Beijing. Retain the core structures such as the blast furnace body, hot blast stove, and gravity dust collector, and use the site elevation difference for overall design and development. The renovated "three high furnace" has once again ushered in new vitality under cultural empowerment.

Yu Hua, Design Director of Beijing Shougang Construction Investment Co., Ltd., introduced that the 9.7-meter platform inside the blast furnace has hosted multiple large-scale events such as the China Science Fiction Conference and Beijing Fashion Week. "The current 'Three High Stove' has become a global first launch center and a popular check-in spot for internet celebrities."

Standing on the 40 meter high observation deck of the "Three High Stove", the rippling Xiuchi is right at your feet, and the nearby Shougang Ski Jumping Platform floats in the air like ribbons. "Since the opening of the Shougang Ski Jumping Platform to the public, the number of visitors has exceeded one million." Wang Jin, the head of the sports, cultural and tourism project at the Beijing Shougang Park Sports Center, introduced that from November 30 to December 2 this year, the 2023-2024 season of the International Snowboarding Federation and Freestyle Ski Jumping World Cup will be held here.

From "mountain" to "sea", from "fire" to "ice", from "factory" to "park", in the process of adjusting industrial structure and relieving non capital functions, Shougang has ushered in a new life through three transformations. Currently, it has formed a unique consumer ecology that integrates catering, hotel, retail, exhibition, and experience. According to statistics, since the park was opened to the public in May 2020, the cumulative number of visitors to the park has reached 11 million.

The bustling Grand Canal, which has resumed navigation, passes through the city, and the sub center of Beijing is full of vitality. The three major buildings, including the Beijing Art Center, Beijing City Library, and Beijing Grand Canal Museum, have entered the comprehensive completion stage of the project in the Urban Green Heart Forest Park on the north bank of the canal.

"The design concept originates from the ancient granary along the Tongzhou Canal, so it is also known as the 'cultural granary'." Jiang Tao, the head of the operation and management department of the Beijing Art Center, introduced that the center has a music hall, opera house, and theater, as well as a small theater and open-air theater, with a total seating capacity of about 5700. "The center is operated and managed by the National Grand Theater. Through 5 years of development, it will gradually achieve the expected scale of 650 performances and 600 activities per year."

"There is the world's largest single reading room with an area of 18000 square meters," said Li Nianzu, Deputy Director of the Capital Library. The Beijing City Library, known as the "Forest Book Garden," will have a collection capacity of 8 million books and provide 24-hour reading services. "The museum project is operated by the Capital Museum and will become a smart comprehensive museum that integrates collection and preservation, open exhibition, social education, cultural preservation and restoration functions," said Zhang Yu, Director of the Capital Museum Office.

"Sitting on the subway and strolling through the 'three major buildings' in one stop, you can also enjoy leisure and entertainment services." Sha Gang, Deputy General Manager of the Three Major Construction Projects Department of Beitou Group's Urban Deputy Center, is very confident. "By the end of this year, citizens in the Beijing Tianjin Hebei region can enjoy such a high-quality cultural life."

Enriching cultural supply and integrating into people's lives

At the Zhengyang Bookstore in Zhuanta Hutong, flip through the history of Beijing; Go to the newly renovated Jixiang Grand Theater and enjoy a special "Yutangchun" coffee; Go to the "Metaverse Time Tunnel" and experience the collision of technology and culture... In Beijing, constantly "refurbishing" and "updating" cultural new spaces and scenes enrich people's spiritual life and become a beautiful scenery in the city.

In the Sanlihe Park near Qianmen Street, a library with an area of only 80 square meters is a harbor for many people to relax in their spare time. In this small library, not only can you see over 400 magazines and publications, but you can also appreciate the cultural and creative paintings of young artists.

Integrate historical culture with modern life. "Using books as a medium, this place is not only a library, but also a leisure space and coffee shop." Mr. Li is a regular visitor to the library. He likes the taste of coffee here, but is more concerned about the old Beijing alleys around the library. "Walking on the cobblestone path, watching the vermilion doors and tiles, admiring water and walking through the streets and alleys, it's very comfortable."

Inheriting through protection and innovating through inheritance. A few hundred meters north from the entrance of the Dongdan subway, a black and green building stands on the street. This is the once famous Dahua Cinema in Beijing and now the Dahua City Performing Arts Center.

"We have included various performing arts," said Yi Liming, the director of Dahua City Performing Arts Center. The renovated Dahua City Performing Arts Center has an opera hall, theater, circular theater, experimental theater, sky theater, music hall, as well as more than 10 rehearsal halls and several cultural and creative spaces, making it a new type of comprehensive art space.

"In the new era, the people's demand for spiritual and cultural values has escalated from being either lacking or insufficient, to being good or not being precise." According to relevant officials from the Propaganda Department of the Beijing Municipal Party Committee, in recent years, Beijing has adhered to the principle of "technology empowers culture, culture empowers the city", and a number of new scenes of "technology+culture" have become famous "Internet celebrity check-in spots".

Zhongguancun No.1, China Mobile Migu Coffee Scene Space, Beijing Automotive Museum 5G+MR Digital Holographic Experience Hall... Integrating digital technologies such as virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and big data, the immersive experience makes the audience exclaim. In August 2023, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism announced the first batch of 24 pilot projects for cultivating immersive experience new spaces in national smart tourism. Among them, Beijing's Wuxiang Art Space and Liangmahe International Style Waterfront were selected, making it one of the provinces, regions, and cities with the most selected projects.