Fascinating Cultural Activities in Haidian 2007-12-07

With an impressive array of places of historical interest, scenic spots and institutes of higher learning, Haidian District has developed into a leading cultural center.

Places of historical interest here include the Fragrant Hills Park, the Summer Palace, the Yuanmingyuan Ruins Park, the Temple of Great Awakening, and the Big Bell Temple. In addition, there are many newly-built sites, such as China Millennium Altar, Beijing Arts Museum, China Science and Technology Museum, and the 405-meter high CCTV Tower, the fifth tallest building in the world.

Haidian District is the seat of over 50 institutions of higher learning, including the internationally-famous Peking University and Tsinghua University, as well as over 100 scientific research institutes such as the Chinese Academy of Sciences.

In addition, there are a lot of on-going developments in Haidian District. The district has put forward its goal to industrialize cultural activities and as stated in the Guidelines to the Development of Haidian District, it is now focusing on the development of five cultural industries and on the establishment of six cultural function areas, with a view to facilitating its cultural, educational, scientific and technological development simultaneously with its robust economic growth.