摘要
BUILT in the 15th century,Chang’an Avenue (Avenue of Eternal Peace) forms Beijing’s ancient east-west axis.It was only 3.7 kilometers long when it was first built,running from Dongdan to Xidan.Through the centuries,the street has been pushed east to Tongzhou District,and west to Shijingshan District.It is now a wide boulevard 46 kilometers long. Many symbols of both ancient and modern China can be found along its length, including Tian’anmen Gate,Tian’anmen Square,which is the heart of Chang’an Avenue,the Great Hall of the People,the Chinese government’s office compound of Zhongnanhai,various museums and theaters,several major commercial areas and metro stations.
BUILT in the 15th century, Chang＇an Avenue （Avenue of Eternal Peace） forms Beijing＇s ancient east-west axis. It was only 3.7 kilometers long when it was first built, running from Dongdan to Xidan. Through thee centuries, the street has been pushed east to Tongzhou District, and west to Shijingshan District. It is now a wide boulevard 46 kilometers long.
