文化中国行丨从长安到“一带一路” 千年文脉传承与现代文明交融共生

Core Insights - Xi'an, with over 3,100 years of city history and 1,100 years as a capital, is a significant cultural and historical center of Chinese civilization, particularly during the Tang Dynasty [1] - The city layout of Chang'an during the Tang Dynasty, characterized by a symmetrical design and functional zoning, has profoundly influenced urban planning in subsequent Chinese dynasties and even extended to Korea and Japan [3] Historical Significance - The Big Wild Goose Pagoda and Small Wild Goose Pagoda are prominent architectural landmarks in ancient Chang'an, symbolizing the cultural exchange between the East and West during the peak of the Silk Road [4] - The Xi'an Beilin Museum, comprising the Confucius Temple and a collection of over 4,000 stone inscriptions, reflects the historical changes and intercultural exchanges of the ancient city [6] Economic Development - Chang'an was a bustling trade hub with over 220 industries and more than 40,000 merchants, facilitating the exchange of spices, silk, and porcelain, and giving rise to early financial practices such as the cabinet and flying money [10] - The economic growth led to advancements in craftsmanship, particularly in the mass production of porcelain and silk, influenced by techniques from the Western Regions [11] Modern Relevance - The modern "Chang'an" freight trains symbolize the continuation of Xi'an's role as a core hub in the Belt and Road Initiative, connecting Central Asia, West Asia, and Europe [13]