An obvious problem in China's contemporary rapid urbanization is the gradual loss of local cultural characteristics. The civilized characteristics of cities are the foundation of urban competitiveness. Each city has formed a rich local culture and distinctive urban style in the development of thousands of years. These historical and cultural characteristics are the main source of the city's cultural and economic competitiveness and an important part of human civilization. Protecting these historical and cultural characteristics is protecting human civilization. The text is intended to explain:. ['Conflicts between rapid urbanization and urban cultural protection.', 'Protecting the cultural characteristics of the city is of great significance.', 'Cultural characteristics are an important reflection of urban competitiveness.', "The rate of loss of the city's cultural identity is amazing."]