Our Mission
ChinaRoots (chinaroots.org) is a digital humanities project dedicated to the preservation and accessibility of Chinese local chronicles (Gazetteers). We believe that every gazetteer is not just a historical record, but a vital link connecting the past to the future.
What We Do
Leveraging advanced AI technologies, including LLM fine-tuning and OCR digitization, we mine and reconstruct historical data buried in ancient texts:
- Historical Interpretation: We extract underlying data on geography, customs, economics, and clans from core texts like the General Gazetteer of Eight Min (Bamin Tongzhi)[cite: 14].
- Multilingual Accessibility: By providing Chinese-English bilingual content, we break down language barriers, enabling second and third-generation overseas Chinese to understand their ancestral heritage.
- Economic Evolution: We provide deep insights into pivotal historical shifts, such as the structural transformation of the Xiamen SEZ during its first 15 years.
Why ChinaRoots
In an era of fragmented information, we are committed to high-quality, rigorous content. Our website currently excels in Core Web Vitals, with a P50 LCP of 912ms, ensuring a lightning-fast digital reading experience for users worldwide.
For inquiries or collaborations, please reach out to us at: yumuxu@gmail.com.