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The China History Podcast
The History of Beijing with Jeremiah Jenne
Jun 23, 2023
Dr. Jeremiah Jenne, a longtime Beijing ex-pat, discusses the rich history of Beijing, including its role as a regional capital, its strategic location for trade and military purposes, and the transformations it underwent to become an imperial capital. He also explores the architectural legacy of the Tianlong Emperor, population growth and changes in the city, and the transformations that have shaped modern Beijing.
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- The history of Beijing spans nearly 3000 years, with different cities and capitals existing in the area during various dynasties, serving as regional centers for military operations and trade expeditions.
- Beijing's architectural and urban development was greatly influenced by the Ming and Qing Dynasties, with the Ming Dynasty introducing significant changes to the city layout and iconic landmarks like the Forbidden City, while the Qing Dynasty left a lasting mark on the city's appearance and structures, including the expansion of the Summer Palace and the preservation of the city walls and gates as prominent features.
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Beijing's Early History and Capitals
The history of Beijing dates back nearly 3000 years, with various cities and capitals existing in the area during different dynasties. These cities served as regional capitals or trading hubs, conveniently located for military operations or trade expeditions. The shift to the current site of Beijing as the capital of an empire began around the 10th to 13th century, when external groups like the Kitan and Jurchen conquered the region. Kublai Khan of the Mongolian Empire established the city of Dadu, later known as Beijing, in the late 13th century.
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