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Celebrating the Hongshan Culture

In a significant gathering held in Chaoyang, Liaoning Province, experts converged to discuss the splendor and importance of Hongshan Culture at the International Communication Conference.

Cultural heritage is indeed a window into the traditions, culture, and even the civilization of a country. This gathering aimed to invigorate research efforts that enhance understanding of China's cultural ethos while fostering mutual learning between Chinese and foreign cultures.

The Hongshan culture, which flourished between 6,500 and 5,000 years ago, spanned across what are now the provinces of Liaoning and Hebei, as well as the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. Presenting his vision, Wang Xinwei, Governor of Liaoning, outlined a series of measures aimed at better preserving, inheriting, and developing the unique aspects of the Hongshan culture. He emphasized the need for the invaluable cultural heritage to shine even more brightly in the new era.

The conference operated under the motto “In the Footsteps of Chinese Civilization: Focus on Hongshan Culture,” creating an avenue for professionals in the fields of archaeology, heritage conservation, and civilizational studies to share their insights on this remarkable culture. Qu Yingpu, editor and chief of China Daily, emphasized the significance of the western Liaohe River area as one of the cradles of Chinese civilization, alongside the Yellow River and the Yangtze River regions. According to Qu, among the many shining stars of early Chinese cultures, Hongshan stands out for its brilliance. He urged for a more recognizable system of Chinese cultural symbols, aimed at helping the world better understand China and the spiritual essence of its people. Qu also advocated for leveraging modern technologies to enliven ancient stories.

Highlighting inter-regional collaboration, Bao Xianhua addressed the partnership between Liaoning and Inner Mongolia to deepen the understanding of Hongshan culture. He emphasized that Inner Mongolia would continue to foster its cooperation with Liaoning and Hebei, exploring the multifaceted values of the Hongshan culture while promoting the creative transformation and innovative development of traditional Chinese culture.

Further underscoring the cultural significance, Qiao Yunfei, deputy director of the National Cultural Heritage Administration, called for continued exploration into Hongshan culture’s central role in the origins and development of Chinese civilization. He encouraged the establishment of museums and archaeological parks, elevating Hongshan culture as a symbol of Chinese civilization with a global impact.

Unveiling the Logo

During the event, the official logo for Hongshan culture was unveiled, incorporating elements from the painted pottery of Hongshan. The design features a double