North of the Beijing Bell and Drum Towers and south of the Yongdingmen Gate, the Beijing Central Axis is centred around the Forbidden City, connecting key buildings such as the Tian'anmen Gate and the Imperial Ancestral Temple. As the longest urban axis in the world, it has witnessed significant developments in Chinese culture and history. In 2024, the UNESCO World Heritage Committee recognised the “Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital”, and it was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
This documentary features interviews with both Chinese and foreign residents along the Beijing Central Axis, including architects, sound artists, gourmets, traditional craftsman, academics studying the area, and more. Through diverse perspectives on architecture, food culture, intangible cultural heritage, and cultural exchange, the documentary unfolds their life stories. This approach leads the audience to insight into their daily lives, allowing for a deeper exploration of China’s cultural heritage and transformations.
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This activity is part of the “HKPM Jockey Club Education Programme” organised by the Hong Kong Palace Museum and solely sponsored by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust.
Disclaimer: None of The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, The Hong Kong Jockey Club, their respective affiliates or any other person involved in or related to the compilation of the contents herein (collectively, “the HKJC Parties”) makes any express or implied warranties or representations with respect to the accuracy, timeliness or completeness of the contents or as to the results that may be obtained by the use thereof. In no event shall any HKJC Party have any liability of any kind to any person or entity arising from or related to any actions taken or not taken as a result of any of the contents herein.
Details
| Episodes |
Each session will feature three consecutive episodes of the documentary series, with a total running time of around 135 minutes.
Episode 1: Eternity (44 mins)
Episode 2: Moments (44 mins)
Episode 3: Integration (44 mins) |
| Date |
26 September 2025 (Friday) (Event cancelled)
29 September 2025 (Monday) (Event cancelled)
3 October 2025 (Friday)
6 October 2025 (Monday)
7 October 2025 (Tuesday)
15 October 2025 (Wednesday) |
| Time |
2:30 pm–4:45 pm |
| Venue |
The Hong Kong Jockey Club Auditorium, Hong Kong Palace Museum |
| Tickets |
Free admission. Online registration recommended. |
| Language |
Putonghua, with Simplified Chinese and English subtitles |
