Antique map of Beijing, 1894

Antique map of Beijing, 1894Kitaro Kumazawa, a Japanese cartographer, created "The Complete Map of Qing Beijing" () in 1894. This rare map offers a highly detailed depiction of the streets, hutongs, important buildings, and landmarks of Beijing during the Qing dynasty. Renowned for its accuracy, it stands as one of the most precise maps of the city from that era. The map is oriented with the north at the top, showcasing the Forbidden City at its center, with other significant

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Maps produced by Rand McNally in 1897 would have depicted these regions with their political boundaries and geographical features as known at the time

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