Shanghai Museum

上海博物馆
museum in Shanghai
#6 in Shanghai / #26 in China
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Shanghai Museum in Shanghai, China, is a renowned cultural institution that showcases an extensive collection of ancient Chinese art. Established in 1952, it is located in the People's Square in the Huangpu District. The museum's architecture is inspired by traditional Chinese designs, featuring a distinctive round dome and a square base, symbolizing the ancient Chinese concept of a round heaven and a square earth. The museum houses over 120,000 precious artifacts, including bronzes, ceramics, paintings, calligraphy, sculptures, jade, coins, and furniture from various dynasties. Its ten well-curated galleries offer visitors a comprehensive view of China's rich artistic heritage.


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