The Inspiration of Nanhaizi

Time: June 15

Lecturer: Wang Qiheng, Professor of the School of Architecture, Tianjin University

The lecture introduces the evolution of Nanhaizi culture through rich historical archives and charts, and explains the influence and value of Nanhaizi's historical activities. It suggests that the construction, management, and utilization of Nanhaizi are still meaningful in the contemporary construction of Beijing as the cultural center of China.

The living fossil of the ancient Chinese royal court, Nanhaizi is known as the "kidney" of the ancient capital of Beijing for its water ecology and water system. It has beautiful scenery and forms a complete ecological chain with elk deer, a marsh, grassland, a pond, and woodland.

The Important Role of Nanhaizi in the Palace System in the Qing Dynasty (1644 to 1912)

Time: June 22

Lecturer: Zhu Lei, master's tutor at the School of Architecture, Tianjin University, and national first-class registered architect

The emperors' inspection tours were an important means of governing the country in the Qing Dynasty, and temporary imperial palaces guaranteed their daily life and governance. They were part of a huge palace system that was available for the emperor when he travelled. Connecting the capital city and the imperial road to the south, Nanhaizi was a key stopover for most imperial inspection tour routes and became the most frequently used location in the palace system.

Nanhaizi: The Pearl of the Western Hills-Yongding River Cultural Belt

Time: June 29

Lecturer: Zhang Baoxiu, Dean of the School of Applied Arts and Sciences and Director of the Beijing Research Base, Beijing Union University

Nanhaizi has an excellent ecological environment, a beautiful landscape and profound cultural heritage. Nowadays, it is a bright pearl on the cultural belt of the Western Hills-Yongding River and a cultural and ecological highlight in the southern suburb of Beijing. This lecture will focus on Nanhaizi's unique geographical location and historical orientation and value, as well as the orientation and direction of its protection development.

Riding, Shooting, or Firearms?——A Historical Perspective of the Nanhaizi Military Parade in the Qing Dynasty

Time: July 6

Lecturer: Liu Wenpeng, Professor, Doctoral Supervisor, and Deputy Director of the Institute of Qing History, Renmin University of China

Nanhaizi was the core location for the military parade in the Qing Dynasty. The Qing Dynasty conducted the Eight Banners Brigade parade when it needed to cope with a national crisis. The parade was also an expression of the strategic determination of the highest decision-makers.

Nanhaizi, Daxing District, and Beijing City

Time: July 13

Lecturer: Li Jianping, president and researcher of the Beijing History Research Association

The lecture introduces the historical evolution and the role of Nanhaizi from the perspective of its relationship with downtown Beijing.

History Development of Elk Deer in Nanhaizi

Time: July 20

Lecturer: Guo Geng, Research fellow of the Beijing Elk Ecological Experiment Center and Director of Science Committee of Beijing Zoological Society

The elk is a member of the deer family with a rich and legendary cultural history. In 1865, it was introduced overseas by the French missionary Father David (1826-1900). Its evolution is almost in sync with humans. It was regarded as a symbol of vitality and was housed in the royal hunting gardens in ancient times. A century ago, the elk suffered from floods and wars and became extinct in China. In 1985, the species returned to China and Nanhaizi established the elk park, a conservation research site. The garden is a vivid manifestation of the great achievements of China's ecological efforts and biodiversity conservation in Daxing.