Heritage Sites in Contemporary China: Cultural Policies and Management Practices

Archeological Sites in Contemporary Chinese Cities investigates archeological development and cultural heritage management in various sites across China, including Luoyang Sui, DaMing Gong, Niuheliang, Xinjiang and Nanyuewang through the dual perspective of archaeological debate and as a case study of policy making. It explores the relationship between policy and the institutional and administrative conditions, such as budgeting and land concerns, which affect it. Building on the research project implemented by the China Academy for Cultural Heritage (CACH) from 2012-2014, which focused on the impact of the Da Yi Zhi Policy for Great Archaeological Sites, the book provides an interdisciplinary insider’s approach to viewing archaeological discoveries; policies and emerging practices in site and archaeological management; and public administration in China. Featuring contributions from experts within CACH and from the Chinese community of archaeologists and including numerous tables, data and maps, it will appeal to researchers and scholars in disciplines such as archaeology, heritage management, public administration and policy making.