Hey tech and culture buffs! Ready to see history come alive? The Chinese Ministry of Culture and Tourism has launched its second batch of national-level ancient book restoration centers, marking a major leap in preserving and transforming venerable texts. On February 22, the Cultural China Tour visited these centers, where advanced technology is working wonders on manuscripts that have shaped centuries of wisdom. 📚✨
At the Shaanxi Provincial Library's Ancient Book Protection Center, specialists are blending traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques such as material analysis, paper filling, and color matching. One of their proudest achievements is the restoration of the Complete Collection of Ancient and Modern Books—a sprawling compendium covering everything from astronomy to philosophy.
Meanwhile, innovative minds at Fudan University's Chinese Ancient Book Preservation Research Institute have tackled one tough challenge: replicating historical paper. Their creation of an ultra-thin repair paper, weighing just 1.6 grams per square meter, perfectly mimics the delicate textures of Ming- and Qing-dynasty prints. This breakthrough ensures each restored page retains its authentic charm.
Digital tools are also lighting up the heritage scene! The new digital resource platform at the Capital Library lets users dive into a comprehensive archive of manuscripts. With nifty features like real-time conversion of archaic text into simplified Chinese and immersive AI-enhanced illustrations of classics such as The Peony Pavilion and Tiangong Kaiwu, history is just a tap away in this digital age. 🚀
From blending ancient art with cutting-edge tech to making timeless texts accessible online, these innovations prove that heritage and modernity can truly complement each other. Whether you're into tech trends or cultural treasures, there's plenty to get excited about!
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Tech Innovations Breathe New Life into Ancient Chinese Texts
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