Peking University, referred to as "Peking University" for short, is one of the top universities in China. Founded in 1898, it is one of the founders of modern higher education in China. Located in Haidian District, Beijing, covering an area of more than 2,700 mu, it is a comprehensive research university. The abbreviation "Peking University" is simplified from the longer name "Peking University". This abbreviation is very common in China, and many schools and institutions use similar names, such as "Tsinghua University" or "Tsinghua" for short.