National Museum of China

Very well worth a visit BUT can be a pain in the butt to get tickets as they have low support for foreigners passports, English and need to use Wechat Mini Apps. Best and easiest way to get tickets as a foreigner is via Trip.com when they do tickets, sometimes they just point you to wechat mini app. In which case, not much you can do. There is a real crown in the basement which people line up to take photos of and was a crazy highlight of the visit. As well as artefacts from when New China was established. The signage and closure of many exhibits was a bit disappointing though, especially when you travelled far and wide. This is my experience from late Nov:Exhibit 2 is paid/non general exhibits Closed exhibits:1, 3, 4, 6, 10Open exhibits:7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19 Seems like No 5 and 10 don't exist?B1 is where all ancient china is, signage not that clear. Enter on ground, and go down escalators. This is where you'll find the crown at the end of the exhibit.

Standing 200 centimeters tall, this seated statue is one of the largest Song Dynasty wood carvings in Chinese museums. The Bodhisattva wears a tall floral crown, her hair tied in a high bun, with large earlobes and full cheeks. Her expression is dignified and serene, her eyes looking down as if compassionately watching over humanity. She is adorned with a necklace, draped in a flowing robe with ribbons around her arms, and wears a long, brightly colored skirt that reaches the ground. Her right hand holds a lotus flower, her left leg hangs down, her foot resting on a rock, while her right leg is slightly crossed, creating an ethereal and otherworldly pose. The carving is extremely fluid and delicate, with even and rhythmic lines. The skin is smooth and full, and despite its age, the painted details on the clothing are still faintly visible, making it an exquisite masterpiece.

Even though I'd done a lot of planning ahead of time, I was still a bit overwhelmed by the size of the National Museum upon entering security. But the good thing was that there were staff everywhere, practically around the corner. I couldn't find the entrance to the underground level at first, so I asked, and later I asked when I rented a power bank [laughing and crying R] But I saw almost everything I wanted to see!! It was incredibly tiring, but where I could speed through the crowds, I slithered through them. If it were less crowded, I might have had more opportunities to take more interesting photos.

The National Museum, formerly the National Museum of Chinese History, is a concentrated display of Chinese history and culture. Many of the treasures of provincial museums are also borrowed or collected here. You can see the well-known national treasures such as the Houmuwu Ding, the basin with human face and fish pattern, the jade burial garment with gold thread, and the four-ram square zun here. If you want to accurately grasp Chinese history and culture in the shortest time, the National Museum is the first recommended place.

National Museum: A Historical Adventure on a whim (Super Detailed & Practical Travel Guide) Hey, friends, today we are going to talk about a super cool place - the National Museum! It is located on the east side of Tiananmen Square. It is a treasure house of history and art. More than 1.43 million treasures are hidden in it, which is simply dazzling! Imagine that the moment you step into the museum, it seems as if you have traveled to a mysterious world. From dinosaur fossils in ancient times, to exquisite bronzes, to gorgeous porcelains in the Ming and Qing dynasties, every exhibit tells you an ancient story. Especially the "Ancient China" exhibition area on the B1 floor, which is simply a long corridor of history, allowing you to experience the profoundness of Chinese civilization in every step. Everyone prepares comfortable shoes and clothes, brings a camera and a notebook, and is ready to record the wonderful moments of this historical journey. Tour route and highlights: After entering the museum, it is recommended to start with the basic exhibition. Here is the tour route I have planned for you: 1. Ancient China Exhibition Area (B1 Floor): This is the essence of the National Museum, displaying historical relics from ancient times to the Ming and Qing Dynasties. You can see all kinds of exquisite bronzes, porcelains, jades, etc. here, and feel the profoundness of Chinese civilization. Don't forget, this is a great place to take pictures! 2. Road to Revival Exhibition Area (First Floor): This exhibition area displays the historical process of modern China, including important historical events such as the Xinhai Revolution and the founding of New China. Here, you can have a deeper understanding of China's history and culture. 3. Treasure House (Second Floor): This is where many precious cultural relics of the National Museum are collected, such as calligraphy, paintings, jade, gold and silver wares, etc. Each exhibit is priceless and will definitely open your eyes. Remember to slow down and savor the charm of these national treasures. 4. Special Exhibition Area: The National Museum often holds various special exhibitions, such as ancient costume exhibitions, ancient weapons exhibitions, etc. You can choose to visit according to your interests, and you may have unexpected gains! Tired of shopping? No problem! There is a dining area in the National Museum, which provides a variety of snacks and drinks, so you can replenish your energy at any time during the tour. At the same time, the cultural and creative products of the National Museum are also worth buying, whether it is a gift to a friend or a souvenir, it is a good choice. Remember to bring cash or bank cards, because some cultural and creative products may not support mobile payment. In short, the National Museum is definitely a place worth visiting. It not only allows you to learn historical knowledge in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere, but also allows you to feel the profoundness of Chinese civilization. Come and plan your trip to the National Museum! Remember to bring a camera and notebook! Let's swim in the long river of history together!

The National Museum is worth visiting! It's a good place to bring children and families As the highest historical, cultural and artistic hall in the country, the National Museum has a staggeringly rich collection. From the Taoying Ding in the Ancient China Exhibition Hall to the Houmuwu Ding, the Four-Ram Bronze Square Zun and other bronze artifacts, each cultural relic seems to be telling an ancient story. When you stand in front of these cultural relics that have been baptized by the years, the sense of dialogue with history arises spontaneously, and the excitement is indescribable. In addition to the cultural relics themselves, the layout and lighting design of the National Museum are also very particular, creating an excellent viewing experience for the audience. Here, you can feel that the knowledge in the history textbooks has "come alive", and every stop is an in-depth exploration of history.

If you come to Beijing for tourism, the National Museum of China is one of the must-sees. Especially the underground exhibits, you need at least half a day to see them all. The museum is located on the east side of Tiananmen Square. During holidays, the Tiananmen East Station of the subway usually skips stations. So if you want to come to the museum during holidays, you can only get off at Wangfujing by subway and walk over. Remember to bring your ID card and don't wear slippers, not even sandals. If you really want to wear slippers to enter, you can only buy shoe covers outside, which will waste a lot of time because you have to keep walking. Finally, you must enter the museum at the specified time, otherwise you may not be able to enter. There are really too many people and no one can listen to your reasons for being late.

I visited the National Museum's blockbuster exhibition "The Diversity of Beauty - Art and Life in Ancient Greece" and was deeply shocked by the aesthetics of ancient Greece. The exhibition layout closely followed the theme, with beauty as the main line, showing us the three aspects of the human body, makeup and daily life in ancient Greece. Let us appreciate the persistence and creativity of this country with ancient civilization in beauty. The exhibition hall has more than 2,000 square meters, displaying 279 precious cultural relics such as bronzes, gold ornaments, glass products, murals, sculptures and pottery. Many cultural relics are exhibited outside Greece for the first time. This exhibition will last until June 5th, so hurry up and take advantage of the last minute.