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The Beijing Central Axis (中轴线) was listed as China’s 59th World Heritage Site (世界遗产) on July 27th, 2024. This news brought worldwide attention ___1___ the ancient building groups.
The Beijing Central Axis is about 7.8 kilometers from north to south and runs through the heart of Beijing. It has 15 key heritage parts, ___2___ (include) famous landmarks like the Forbidden City, Tian’anmen Square, and the Drum Tower. These structures not only show the outstanding skills of ancient Chinese people ___3___ carry the country’s long-standing culture and philosophy (哲学) of city-building.
The idea of the Central Axis dates back to about 221 BC. Over the ___4___ (century), it has been improved during different dynasties ___5___ (great). For example, during the Ming and Qing dynasties, more buildings ___6___ (add) along the axis, which made it more complete and beautiful.
It is of great importance for us to protect the Beijing Central Axis. The Chinese government ___7___ (carry) out many projects to keep these historical sites so far. Local people also take part in the protection activities, such as ___8___ (be) a volunteer to clean up the areas around these heritage sites.
It serves as ___9___ bridge, helping people from different cultures understand China’s rich history and traditional values. Without doubt, more and more tourists will come ___10___ (visit) the Beijing Central Axis.