A total of 102 architectural heritage projects is revealed at the "Public Vision of 20th-Century Heritage—Introduction of the 9th Batch of China's 20th-Century Architectural Heritage Projects and Seminar" held in Tianjin on Saturday. Experts said, "China has shifted 'cultural relic protection' to 'cultural heritage protection' and this (aware)will provide new possibilities for urban development and cultural preservation."
According to the chairman of the China Cultural Relics Academy and director of the Academic Committee of the Palace Museum, "activation" is the focus of the protection of these buildings. 20th-century architectural heritage is not 'frozen', but (change) with the times. A historical building or zone must be given (today) functions, and used correctly and reasonably.
(compare) with traditional wooden ancient buildings, industrial heritage has a wider range of uses. Taking Beijing's Shougang Park as example, the chairman introduced the importance of "activation".
Shougang Park, now has become an industrial heritage park after ceasing production, used (be) a steel production base. Many large-scale cultural, tourism, and sports activities are taking place in Shougang Park, and its functions are (constant) expanding.
According to experts, protecting 20th-century architectural heritage is a collective responsibility. The preservation shouldn't (undertake) by the government or cultural sectors alone. Everyone should contribute to this cause.
According to experts, the work is not just the task of the government or cultural departments but the responsibility of all people.
