北京多项考古研究成果发布 长城考古发掘取得重要收获

Core Insights - The archaeological work in Beijing for 2025 includes significant discoveries at the Eastern section of the Jiankou Great Wall, specifically at enemy towers 117, 118, and 119, which yielded important artifacts such as weapons, building components, and daily life items [1] - The discovery of a cannon cast in the fifth year of the Chongzhen era of the Ming Dynasty is noted as the largest cannon found in this section, providing evidence for the study of Ming military technology and the exchange of military techniques between China and the West [1] - The Xinguang site, a dual-ring moated settlement from the Xia and Shang dynasties, fills a historical gap in Beijing's cultural landscape during this period, revealing burial sites, moats, and other relics [1] Archaeological Findings - The Xinguang site has yielded 28 pieces of turquoise artifacts, showcasing advanced craftsmanship and indicating trade and cultural exchanges between northern and southern China thousands of years ago [2] - The research on turquoise not only fills a gap in early turquoise studies in North China but also provides crucial evidence for reconstructing the history of material culture exchange in ancient China [2] - Recent archaeological efforts in Beijing have integrated excavation, protection, research, and display, with notable findings from the Liuli River site and the former site of the Palace Museum's workshop being presented [2]