Research on the Spatial Layout of Zhaotong Ancient City
Zhaotong,known as"Zhuti"in the ancient times,is known as"the throat of Xishu,and the key to the south of Yunnan",and it is also one of the birthplaces of Yunnan culture.This paper takes the ancient city of Zhaotong as the research object,and explores the uniqueness of its spatial layout in the Qing Dynasty and in the Republic of China.By analyzing the commercial space,administrative space,military space,educational space,and religious space layout of Zhaotong Ancient City,the paper grasps the spatial layout characteristics of Zhaotong Ancient City,which is surrounded by mountains and rivers,adapts to local conditions,and has enclosed horizontal and longitudinal streets and lanes,one core and two districts and clear functions.It provides historical basis and reference for the restoration and protection of the ancient city of Zhaotong today.
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