Study on the Historical Changes in the Central Axis of Beijing Based on Modern Technology

A comprehensive analysis of the Beijing Central Axis reveals its dynamic historical evolution, providing critical insights for its potential UNESCO World Heritage status. Using modern technologies such as POI data and spatial analysis with ArcGIS, researchers identified shifts in the axis's location across different dynasties through kernel density and linear regression analyses. This study clarifies long-standing ambiguities about the axis's definition and scope, offering a systematic framework for understanding its cultural and architectural significance. Findings underscore the importance of integrating advanced spatial methods to preserve and interpret this iconic corridor, which embodies China's imperial order. The research serves as a foundational reference for future conservation efforts and World Heritage applications.

He, Z., Ding, K., Zhang, X., Zhang, X., & Zhang, P. (2023). STUDY ON THE HISTORICAL CHANGES IN THE CENTRAL AXIS OF BEIJING BASED ON MODERN TECHNOLOGY. The International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences, XLVIII-1/W2-2023, 91–96. https://doi.org/10.5194/isprs-archives-xlviii-1-w2-2023-91-2023