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Originally known as the Imperial University of Peking,Peking University was established in 1898.The establishment of the University marked the beginning of higher education in China's modern history.In modern history of China,it was a center for progressive thought and was influential in the birth of China's New Culture Movement,the May Fourth Movement and many other significant events.Today, Peking University was placed by many domestic university rankings amongst the top universities in China.The university lays emphasis on both teaching,and scientific research.It has made great efforts to improve the undergraduate and graduate education,and maintain its role as a leading research institution.In addition,the University is especially renowned for its campus environment and the beauty of its traditional Chinese architecture.