Beijing’s Central Axis: UNESCO heritage site honors history and peace

06/09/2025 27 min

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Episode Synopsis

Beijing’s historic Central Axis, a UNESCO World Heritage site, exemplifies cultural diversity. On Wednesday, China commemorated the 80th anniversary of its WWII victory along this iconic axis. In this episode, we explore how ancient Chinese culture, as reflected in this historic site, has shaped the nation’s enduring pursuit of peace.