Shanhaiguan

China Tourist Attraction
Beijing and surrounding areas
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Shanhaiguan is an ancient cultural city with a long history. It is one of the representative images of the world cultural heritage - the Great Wall of China. Shanhaiguan Scenic Area is located 15 kilometers east of Qinhuangdao City. It was built in the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty (1381). It is the easternmost end of the Great Wall and a city gate with a complete defense system. It was an important military fortress in history. Shanhaiguan is the starting point of the Great Wall. It is also known as the "No. 1 Pass in the World". It is a historical and cultural ancient city and a tourist summer resort with a collection of famous places and historical sites, beautiful scenery and pleasant climate. The main scenic spots are Changshou Mountain Scenic Area, Crocodile Lake, Jiaoshan Great Wall, Laolongtou, Meng Jiangnu Temple, Meng Jiangnu Garden, Xuanyang Cave, and Yansai Lake. The main purpose of visiting Shanhaiguan is to visit the East Gate Zhenyuan Tower, which is the "No. 1 Pass in the World". The gate is about 13 meters high and is divided into two floors. It is beautiful and majestic. When you climb the tower, you can see the rippling sea on one side and the winding Great Wall on the other side, which makes you feel heroic. Under the eaves of the upper floor on the west side of the building, there is a plaque with the words "The First Pass in the World" written by Xiao Xian, a calligrapher of the Ming Dynasty. The strokes are vigorous and powerful, and they are integrated with the rules of the tower. Near the Shanhaiguan Tower, there is also a Great Wall Museum, which exhibits the humanities, history, military activities and cultural relics related to the Shanhaiguan Great Wall. On May 8, 2007, the Shanhaiguan Scenic Area in Qinhuangdao City was officially approved by the National Tourism Administration as a national 5A tourist attraction.

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Interpretation of Shanhaiguan from the perspective of Eastern philosophy As a military fortress in northern China, Shanhaiguan not only reflects the wisdom of the ancient Chinese defense system, but also contains the ideas of "yin and yang" and "five elements" in Eastern philosophy. From the perspective of Eastern philosophy, the site selection and design of Shanhaiguan cleverly utilize the natural environment and embody the concept of "harmony between man and nature". The city walls, passes and natural mountains and rivers of Shanhaiguan are integrated to form a system that can both defend against foreign enemies and coexist harmoniously with nature. This reflects the respect and compliance with nature in Eastern philosophy, as well as the pursuit of harmony and balance. Interpretation of Shanhaiguan from the perspective of Western philosophy From the perspective of Western philosophy, Shanhaiguan can be interpreted as a manifestation of human rationality and will. The construction of Shanhaiguan demonstrates the ability of human beings to overcome natural obstacles and achieve defense purposes through rational planning and technical means. This echoes the rationalism and anthropocentrism emphasized in Western philosophy. The existence of Shanhaiguan is not only a witness to history, but also a celebration of human willpower, reflecting the determination of human beings to build security and order through wisdom and hard work in the face of natural and historical challenges. Comprehensive interpretation Whether from the perspective of the "unity of man and nature" and harmonious coexistence in Eastern philosophy or the rationalism and human will in Western philosophy, Shanhaiguan demonstrates the common pursuit of security, order and harmony by human beings in different cultural backgrounds. It is not only a symbol of military defense, but also a model of the interaction between human wisdom and the natural environment, reflecting the integration and embodiment of different philosophical thoughts in specific practice.

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