The Shanghai Museum remains as one of the most important museums that showcase ancient classical Chinese art. The distinctive building houses exquisite collection artefacts, works of art and other exhibits that portray the country’s vibrant culture, history and art.
History
The Museum being founded in 1952 was first opened in the former Shanghai Racecourse clubhouse. After a few years the museum was merged with Shanghai’s municipal museum and over the years the collection began to expand and the building was reconstructed to accommodate the ever-expanding collection of artefacts.
The Artefacts and Art collection
The museum is home to over a staggering 120 000 pieces of exquisite artefacts that include ceramics utensils and vases, calligraphy, furniture, ancient coins, jades, paintings, sculptures, seals and so much more. Some of these artefacts are well over several thousands of years old.
Other facts and attractions
The reconstructed museum space features clearly divided areas for different kinds of artefacts. The museum also has a separate area dedicated only to coins that are recovered from the silk route belonging to Greece and Mongol empires.
Getting there and Accommodations
Located in the beating heart of the Shanghai city on the peoples square, The Shanghai Museum is one of the easily accessible places in the city. It will be even easier if you plan your stay at one of the reputed serviced apartments Shanghai the likes of Ascott Huai Hai Road Shanghai.
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