It's not just you — heritage sites feel the heat of a changing climate
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We have air conditioning — but heritage sites suffer in silence. This year's heat and humidity in Beijing aren't just making people feel uncomfortable — they're reshaping the fate of centuries-old monuments. From the Palace Museum to the Great Wall, our shared heritage is weathering increasing strain under climate stress. These are the marks of a warming planet —and a challenge we can't ignore.
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