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- Beijing Central Axis
Beijing's Central Axis is a historical line running through the city center from north to south, which symbolizes the harmony and order of traditional Chinese urban planning. It stretches for 7.8 kilometers and connects the most important cultural and architectural monuments of the capital.
The axis begins at the Drum and Bell Towers in the north and ends in the south at the Temple of Heaven, passing through such significant objects as Gugong (Forbidden City), Tiananmen Square, Imperial Palace, Yundingmen Gate and other important buildings and squares. Along this axis are many of Beijing's greatest landmarks, which demonstrate not only architectural splendor, but also the philosophical concept of symmetry and balance inherent in Chinese culture.
The axis is a critical part of China's cultural heritage and is a candidate for inclusion on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It is not only a tourist attraction, but also a symbol of the traditional structure of Chinese imperial cities, demonstrating the greatness of the dynasties that ruled from Beijing.
