A bird's-eye view of the Archaeological Ruins of Liangzhu City. [Photo/chinanews.com]

The Liangzhu Cultural Corridor, an initiative that Yuhang district, Hangzhou launched to promote Liangzhu culture, a prehistoric rice-cultivating civilization that existed between 3300 BC and 2300 BC in China, has witnessed remarkable progress as exemplary projects are carried out.

A surge of tourists flocked to the recent market event at the Liangzhu 5000+ Artistic Creation Park, one of the initial 10 projects in the Liangzhu Cultural Corridor initiative. The park has welcomed 120,000 visitors since its opening on July 12, solidifying its status as a new landmark along this cultural corridor.

Following the inscription of the Archaeological Ruins of Liangzhu City onto the World Heritage List in 2019, Yuhang district embarked on an exploration of the "second chapter" of Liangzhu culture by launching the Liangzhu Cultural Corridor initiative, which focuses on cultural empowerment and integrates historical preservation, economic development, industrial transformation and shared prosperity.

With a series of flagship projects currently underway, Yuhang is leveraging the 5,000-year-old Liangzhu culture as a guiding force for socioeconomic growth. By connecting it with regional cultures such as Grand Canal culture, Jingshan culture, ancient towns and modern digital culture, the district is ushering in a new era of cultural prosperity to drive comprehensive urban development.

The ongoing reforms and innovations within the Liangzhu Cultural Corridor demonstrate a multi-faceted approach towards the protection of cultural heritage, regional integration, and industrial transformation. Yuhang's commitment to balancing historical preservation with economic and social development exemplifies a harmonious synergy between honoring history and moving forward, showcasing a vibrant model for modernization unique to Yuhang.

Chinese and international students visit the Liangzhu Museum in Yuhang district. [Photo/chinanews.com]