As the flood season intensifies across China, authorities are stepping up efforts to safeguard the nation's invaluable cultural heritage. The National Cultural Heritage Administration has announced a comprehensive plan to enhance disaster prevention and protection measures for immovable cultural relics, historic cities, and villages recognized as cultural heritage sites.
The initiative emphasizes thorough inspections of potential safety risks affecting ancient buildings, ruins, tombs, grottoes, gardens, and traditional villages. By identifying and addressing vulnerabilities, Chinese authorities aim to preserve these treasures for future generations.
In addition to risk assessment, the plan calls for timely and effective rescue and relief operations to minimize damage from flooding events. Facility renovation projects are also underway to bolster the disaster-proof capacities of cultural heritage sites, ensuring they can withstand severe weather conditions.
Heavy rainfall and subsequent floods have already caused significant disruptions and losses across various regions. An exemplary effort can be seen in Binjiang Park, Jinghu District, Wuhu City, where floodwaters are being strategically blocked to protect a century-old historical building. Such measures reflect China's commitment to maintaining its rich cultural legacy despite the challenges posed by natural disasters.
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China strengthens protection of cultural heritage amid flood season
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