National Museum of China
Did you know that the National Museum of China is one of the best in the country and the second most visited museum in the world (Number of visitors per year)? For its proximity with the top attractions like Forbidden City and Tian'anmen, however, it’s often overlooked.
Don't miss out the opportunity to check out the grandest antiquities of China in one place. Learn about the imperial history of China, its modern history, World War II and the communist victory, among others, through the many treasures and collections in the museum.
Ancient artifacts, artworks, and treasures are displayed in chronological order or in galleries of different categories, such as Bronze Art, Porcelain, Buddhist Sculpture, and Chinese Calligraphy.
One of the museum’s most prized treasures is the Houmuwu Ding, a cauldron that is more than 3000 years old and weighs a whopping 832 kg, easily making it the most massive ancient bronze object in the world.
There are also hundreds of Stone Age ceramic pieces that showcase the level of workmanship of craftsmen over a period of thousands of years.
Make a day of it when you visit the National Museum of China, by extending your trip to the Forbidden City and Tian'anmen. Book a guided tour with La Vacanza.