Pedestrians walk along Qianmen Street in Beijing on Dec. 16, 2024. The Central Axis, added to UNESCO's World Heritage List in July, allows visitors to experience the city's past and present through its unique architectural and cultural landscape. The historic street, a key section of this 7.8-kilometer heritage corridor, showcases Beijing's rich history and vibrant urban identity. [Photo by Yan Xiaoqing/China.org.cn]