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Beijing named UNESCO-UIA World Capital of Architecture 2029 for blending ancient heritage with innovation_我的网站
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"Beijing was selected for its exceptional ability to bring together one of the world's richest architectural heritages with a forward-looking vision of sustainable urban development. Its historic urban fabric, successful regeneration projects and vibrant architectural culture demonstrate how heritage, innovation and community life can reinforce one another in shaping resilient and livable cities," says UNESCO in a press release.
Established jointly by UNESCO and UIA, the World Capital of Architecture program highlights the transformative role of architecture, urban planning, culture and heritage in advancing sustainable urban development. Every three years, UNESCO designates the host city of the UIA World Congress as the UNESCO-UIA World Capital of Architecture.
Why does the Chinese capital win the title and what does it mean for the ancient city and the international event?
Chinese architect Ma Yansong told the Global Times that Beijing is a beautiful city because it seamlessly blends tradition with modernity. "Historic and contemporary architecture coexist in a very harmonious way, which is one of the reasons UNESCO selected Beijing," he said.
Beijing is home to eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Great Wall, the Palace Museum, Temple of Heaven and Beijing Central Axis, highlighting its ancient urban planning and cultural heritage preservation.
"For me, the most beautiful landmark in the city is the Temple of Heaven. Its charm comes from the entire setting. As you walk along the elevated pathways surrounded by rows of trees, you naturally develop a sense of ceremony. Then, at the end of the route, the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests comes into view. The proportions and composition are so perfectly balanced that they remind me of a symphony," Ma said.
In an era of globalization, cities around the world are becoming increasingly connected, making it even more important to preserve what makes each place unique. China, too, needs a recognizable image of its own, one that reflects its rich cultural heritage while presenting an identity to the world, Ma said.
Rio de Janeiro in Brazil became the first city to be designated the UNESCO-UIA World Capital of Architecture in 2020, followed by Copenhagen in 2023 and Barcelona in 2026.
Following the designation, Beijing will host the 2029 UIA World Congress of Architects and General Assembly under the theme "Back to Balance." The Congress aspires to address the global anticipation of restoring balance in the world in three areas titled Balance between Human and Human, Balance between Human and Nature and Balance between Human and Technology, according to UIA.
Lü Ning, an associate professor at the School of Architecture and a senior engineer at the National Heritage Center of Tsinghua University, told the Global Times on Thursday that Beijing's architectural and cultural heritage naturally embodies the core concepts of harmony and equilibrium found in Chinese philosophy's "impartiality and harmony" and "unity of man and nature."
The city's Central Axis, renowned for its spatial symmetry that balances order and landscape design, exemplifies this philosophy. Beijing's holistic urban development approaches also highlight the city's commitment to balance both in heritage preservation and modern exploration, said Lü.
Taking the revitalization of Beijing's Dongxicha Hutong as an example, Zhang Man, an associate professor at Beijing University of Civil Engineering and Architecture, told the Global Times that the project has addressed the balance between long-time residents and new businesses in the historic neighborhood.
While preserving the ancient architecture of the hutong, or traditional alleyway and creating more public spaces, cafés, bookstores and cultural buildings were added to the community near the Miaoying Temple (White Pagoda Temple), breathing new vitality into the once cluttered historic block.
Forward-looking vision
Khaled El-Enany, director-general of UNESCO, said, "As we look towards to Beijing 2029, we are confident that the city's extraordinary architectural heritage, dynamic urban transformation, and forward-looking vision will inspire new international dialogue on the power of architecture in improving people's lives and in safeguarding shared heritage for future generations."
UNESCO's recognition is expected to raise standards for protection and management of the capital's World Heritage Sites, introducing advanced technologies, systematic oversight, and improved long-term monitoring, Lü noted.
Inheritance and revitalization will also benefit, as architects from around the globe exchange ideas and encourage innovative reuse, breathing new life into the heritage. Ongoing public engagement, through exhibitions, workshops, and regular cultural programs, will help keep the heritage alive, he said.
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六 | 随着中国式现代化建设的深入推进，人民群众对上学、看病、住房等民生保障有着更高期盼，在养老服务、育幼、出行等身边事上有着更多需求。 今年，超30万亿元全国一般公共预算中安排教育、社保、卫生、住房等方面的资金达到了12.4万亿元，比上年增长5.4%，高于全国一般公共预算支出增幅1个百分点。 财政聚焦“一老一小”这两个最牵动家庭的关键群体精准发力：一方面，持续提升养老、医疗等民生保障水平，在全国范围内向中度以上失能老年人发放养老服务消费补贴，支持农村地区65岁及以上老年人等群体免费接种流感疫苗。另一方面，下达241亿元补助资金，支持地方落实学前一年免保育教育费政策；下达约1000亿元补助资金用于发放育儿补贴，超过2500万名婴幼儿及其家庭领到了2026年度育儿补贴。此外，财政部预计今年全年超过4400万人领取低保、特困人员供养等基本生活救助。教育公平稳步提升。下达学生资助资金超过1600亿元，预计全年将有1.5亿人次受益。 中青报·中青网记者 张均斌 来源：中国青年报。
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