The National Museum of China, a must-visit for every Chinese person!

Preparation before your visit: 🎫 Ticket Reservation: The National Museum of China operates on a reservation basis. You can book tickets 1–7 days in advance through the "National Museum of China" WeChat mini-program. Select your preferred time slot and ensure you arrive on time. ⏰ Opening Hours: The museum opens at 9:00 am, with last entry at 4:30 pm, and closes at 5:00 pm. The museum is closed on Mondays (except for national holidays). Plan your trip accordingly to avoid disappointment. 📚 Items Allowed: Do not bring flammable, explosive, or controlled dangerous items such as knives. Tripods and selfie sticks are not allowed. Photography is permitted inside the museum, but some special exhibitions may have restrictions. You can bring a reasonable amount of drinking water and snacks. There are also restaurants and rest areas inside the museum. Visiting Route: 🚲 Ancient China Exhibition Hall: This hall displays precious cultural relics from ancient times to the Ming and Qing dynasties, arranged in chronological order. Pay special attention to the "Houmuwu Ding" bronze square cauldron, the largest and heaviest bronze ritual vessel unearthed in the world to date. There is also the eagle-shaped pottery cauldron, with its unique shape, embodying the charm of primitive art. Start your historical journey from the Ancient China Exhibition Hall to systematically understand the evolution of Chinese civilization. Dehua White Porcelain Gallery: This gallery showcases exquisite Dehua white porcelain. The ivory-white Guanyin statue, with its warm texture, depicts Guanyin with a benevolent face and flowing robes, demonstrating the exquisite craftsmanship of Dehua white porcelain. Experience the unique charm of porcelain art here. The Road to Rejuvenation Exhibition Hall: This hall presents the development of China from the Opium War in 1840 to contemporary times, using a timeline format. Exhibits such as the oil painting "The Founding Ceremony of the People's Republic of China" vividly recreate important historical moments, reviewing the journey of the Chinese nation's rejuvenation. Visiting Tips: The museum is quite large, so comfortable shoes are recommended. You can rent an audio guide or follow the National Museum's official WeChat account for online explanations to gain a deeper understanding of the stories behind the exhibits. Plan your rest periods appropriately. If you get tired, you can go to the rest area to recharge, maintaining a good visiting condition and fully enjoying the cultural feast of the National Museum.