常州地名语源探析

On the Origin of Place Names in Changzhou

地名是一种文化。常州地名记录着杰出的历史人物,流传着古老而动人的故事,表现着某些民俗史实,承载着千年的历史文化,无论从哪个角度都能反映出常州的历史文化特征,透析出常州的历史文化内涵,地名也是一份宝贵的历史文化遗产。

The place name is a cultural phenomenon. Place names in Changzhou is a record of outstanding historical figures, implicating old and moving stories, showing certain folk historical facts, carrying thousands of years history and culture, and reflecting the historical and cultural features of Changzhou from different perspectives. Place name is also a valuable historical and cultural heritage.