In terms of secular architecture, the Western building in Yuanmingyuan (the Old Summer Palace) is the best example; in addition, there were clocks, telescopes, artillery, and other Western artifacts ...

Future development in Beijing will continue to preserve the symmetry of the old city layout while integrating modern architectural design into the over all plan.

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The memorial archways of old Beijing were tall-roofed gateways that towered over the city's streets. Originally erected as memorials to decorate the streets as well as entrances to temples ...