摘要
IN 1982, the concept of National Historical and Cultural Cities was formally put forward by the Chinese government. Its purpose was to protect political, eeonomic, and cultural cities, and cultural relics. By October 2015, 127 cities were listed as national historical and cultural cities. Beijing, capital of China, was included in the first batch nominated in 1982.
China’s 5,000-year-old civilization has given birth to cities with long history and rich culture.Some were capitals of different dynasties and have great political and economic signifi cance;others witnessed major historic events.They are famous both at home and abroad for their precious cultural relics and delicately made artworks.These cities are a window on Chinese history.Embracing modern civilization,these cities are today gaining greater vitality.
