Research On Liangzhe Coastal Port Town During The Song Dynasty

In the song dynasty,With the active circulation of commodities and the widespread rise of new commercial center towns in LIANGZHE region,some areas with superior coastal harbor conditions and developed economy and convenient transportation in the hinterland of LIANGZHE region,gradually developed into port towns with professional colors under the promotion of maritime trade。The rise of the coastal port town in LIANGZHE region began in the mid and late northern song dynasty,the port town is not only the rural area town centre market and commodity distribution center。In southern song dynasty period,LIANGZHE coastal port town and remarkable development,mainly for port town number increase,enhancement of trade port functions,the town form has further matured.The types of port town can be roughly divided into three types: comprehensive,specialized,and subsidiary.Judging from the port level of the coastal port town in LIANGZHE,it can be divided into main port,auxiliary port,and supplementary port.In the Song Dynasty,Maritime trade between the coastal ports town in LIANGZHE is divided into two forms: coastal trade and foreign trade.The commodity structure of coastal trade is mainly agricultural and sideline products,handmade products,and timber,which has the characteristics and complementarity of regional economic development.The commodity structure of foreign trade is mainly porcelain and silk.Maritime trade has become an important part of the municipal economy,especially in coastal areas.In addition,there are other economic forms in LIANGZHE coastal port town,and the composition of economic activities is diverse.From the perspective of the construction and management of coastal port town in LIANGZHE,port-related facilities include navigation channels,navigation marks,docks,bridges,etc.Song Ting’s management involves overseas trade,administration,social security,etc,which has gradually improved the management system of coastal port town in LIANGZHE。Along with the prosperity of industry and commerce and the increase of population,the residential structure of coastal port town in LIANGZHE has become increasingly complex,the most prominent feature is the emergence of sea-related groups and the large number of immigrants.With the rapid development of maritime trade,the cultural life of coastal port town in LIANGZHE has distinct marine characteristics.As a new product,LIANGZHE coastal port town will inevitably be deeply imprinted in the development process and form their own distinctive features.In the process of development,adjustments to the regional economic structure and promotion of the level of commerce and trade development will bring impacts.