Beijing: A Museum Tour in Millennium Imperial Capital

As the "millennium imperial capital," Beijing is not only a modern international metropolis but also a city full of historical and cultural heritage. There are more than 220 museums scattered in this city, each of which is like a window, taking you to travel through time and space to feel the charms of the broad and profound Chinese civilization.

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The Palace Museum in Beijing: A Witness to the Royal Glory

The Palace Museum in Beijing, formerly known as the Forbidden City, is located at the center of Beijing's central axis. This world-class museum centers around the three main halls and is renowned worldwide for its majestic architecture and rich imperial cultural relics. Step into the Palace Museum, it seems to be transported back to the glorious days of the Ming and Qing dynasties. From the exquisitely crafted cultural relics to the simple bricks and tiles, every detail contains wonderful stories. The rare treasures in the Treasure Gallery are resplendent, and the solemnity of the Hall of Supreme Harmony highlights the imperial majesty. The Palace Museum is not only the pinnacle of ancient Chinese architecture, but also a gem of Chinese civilization, attracting countless visitors to explore its mysteries.

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The National Museum of China: A Miniature of Five-Thousand-Year Civilization

Located on the east side of Tiananmen Square, the National Museum of China enjoys a collection of 1.43 million items, which is regarded as an encyclopedia of Chinese civilization. From the majestic Houmuwu square cauldron (ding) to the exquisite square vessel (zun) with four rams, each cultural relic tells the context of five thousand years of civilization. This is the best starting point to understand Chinese history and an excellent place to feel the charm of Chinese culture.

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The Capital Museum: A Shining Pearl of Beijing's Historical and Cultural Heritage

From the origin of ancient civilization to the evolution of modern society, each exhibition in the Capital Museum is a profound cultural exploration journey. Here, visitors can admire the precious cultural relics from the ancient capital of Yanjing to modern Beijing and experience the unique charm of traditional culture through intangible cultural heritage activities such as facial makeup painting, handmade velvet flowers, and rubbing. Whether it is the hutong culture of old Beijing or the magnificent momentum of imperial architecture, the Capital Museum will present a vivid stroll of Beijing's historical and cultural heritage for you, allowing you to feel the profound heritage and unique charm of this city through interaction. 

In addition to these well-known museums, there are many characteristic museums in Beijing waiting for you to explore. For example, the creative popular science in the China Science and Technology Museum, the wonderful biological world tour in the Beijing Natural History Museum, the art feast in the National Art Museum of China... Each museum is like a shining pearl, linking Beijing's history, culture, and future together.