Second Historical Archives of China

The Second Historical Archives of China is an archive building in Nanjing that stores millions of documents from the Republic of China period. The collections are organized on extensive shelving systems and include various types of records, papers, and photographs.

The institution was founded in 1951 and collects records from government agencies that operated between 1912 and 1949. It preserves documents from a pivotal period that came after imperial rule ended and before the modern state was established.

The collection displays handwritten records, official documents, letters, and photographs that show how people lived during the Republic of China period. Visitors can observe the social concerns and daily life reflected in these materials.

The building is located on Zhongshan East Road in Nanjing and can be easily reached by public transportation. Visitors should know that the facility is situated in an urban area and may have varying levels of activity depending on the time of day.

The archive specializes in the years 1912 to 1949, while another major archive in China focuses mainly on earlier imperial periods. This separation allows researchers to focus specifically on China's more recent historical chapters.

Location: Jiangsu

Inception: 1951

GPS coordinates: 32.04232,118.80880

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:49