1. Geographical location is different: Dongcheng District is located in the east of Beijing, and Xicheng District is located in the west of Beijing. Dongcheng District is closer to the east of Beijing than Xicheng District, and Xicheng District is closer to the west of Beijing.
2. Different economic development: Dongcheng District is a strong economic area in Beijing, with many large enterprises and developed industries such as finance and commerce. As the central area of Beijing, Dongcheng District is rich in commercial resources and development opportunities. Xicheng District is also a strong economic area in Beijing, with high-tech industry, modern service industry and financial industry as the leading industries. There are also many cultural and educational institutions in Xicheng District, including universities, research institutions and museums.