[2025 Nanchang Attraction] Travel Guide for Nanchang Relic Museum For Haihun Principality of Han Dynasty (Updated Jul)

A year later, I met Haihun Hou again. Wei Zifu had a miserable end, while Lady Li lived a glorious life, but their descendants had the opposite lives. Liu Xun, the great-grandson of Wei Zifu, was imprisoned due to the "Witchcraft Incident" when he was 5 months old and spent the first 5 years of his life in prison. However, he completed a great counterattack from a prisoner to a commoner, and then to an emperor, and even ushered in the most prosperous period of the Western Han Dynasty. During his reign, the economy, territory, and international influence all surpassed those of his great-grandfather Emperor Wu of Han. Liu He, the grandson of Lady Li, inherited the throne of King Changyi from his father at the age of 5. He should have lived a life of ease and comfort, but he experienced a life of ups and downs from king to emperor, from emperor to commoner, and from commoner to marquis. In 2011, the tomb of Marquis Haihun finally saw the light of day after lying dormant for more than 2,000 years. It is currently the largest, best preserved and most richly endowed Han Dynasty marquisate settlement site. Its owner, Liu He, Marquis of Haihun, was the grandson of Emperor Wu of Han and Lady Li. Liu He inherited the throne of King Changyi from his father at the age of 5, and could have lived a life of ease and comfort. However, he experienced the ups and downs of life from king to emperor, from emperor to commoner, and from commoner to marquis. In addition to a large number of exquisitely crafted gold and silver wares, jade wares, and lacquered wooden wares, the tomb of Marquis Haihun also unearthed a jade seal used by Liu He himself, more than 5,000 bamboo slips recording a large number of precious texts, and the "Confucius Lacquer Clothes Mirror" (Figure 9), which has the earliest portrait of Confucius discovered to date. These are of great significance for the study of related historical and cultural issues. The two major exhibition areas of "Golden Haihun - History and Culture Exhibition of Haihun Kingdom in the Han Dynasty" and "Bookish Haihun - Haihun Bamboo Slips Exhibition" in the Han Dynasty Haihun Kingdom Ruins Museum in Nanchang not only cover a large number of exquisite cultural relics that have been unearthed, but also ingeniously restore the life scenes of the Han Dynasty. Walking through them is immersive, as if you have traveled through time and space to the Haihun Kingdom of that year, and admire the rare treasures collected by Haihun Hou Liu He. Figure 1 is a wooden slip of memorials from the wife of the Marquis of Haihun. These are memorials written by the wife of the Marquis of Haihun to the Empress Dowager. These memorials are generally related to matters such as "court tribute", "autumn request" and "cold money". Figure 2 "Liu He Jade Seal" is the most direct and powerful evidence to prove that the tomb owner is Liu He. When the coffin was opened, the tomb owner found this seal at the waist of the remains. The seal button was a toad-shaped seal made of jade. Figure 3 Gold cakes. As many as 1,000 gold cakes were unearthed from the tomb of Marquis Haihun. There are 187 pieces (in two boxes in the northern part of the west chamber of the main coffin chamber), 48 horseshoe gold pieces, 25 unicorn gold pieces, and 20 gold plates, totaling 280 pieces of gold artifacts, with a total weight of 115 kilograms. This is the most complete and most concentrated discovery in the history of Han tomb archaeology. Figure 4 shows Wuzhu coins. The Wuzhu coins in the tomb of Marquis Haihun can be described as "piled up like a mountain". There are about 3 million Wuzhu coins, weighing more than 10 tons. According to the measurement system at that time, it is equivalent to about 50 kilograms of gold. It is worth mentioning that when counting the Wuzhu coins, another major discovery was made, namely the discovery of the currency measurement method of "one thousand coins for one string". Before this, it was generally believed that the measurement method of "one thousand wen for one guan" appeared after the Tang and Song dynasties. Figure 6 is a bronze tiger toy of Liu He’s eldest son Liu Chongguo, and Figure 7 is a bronze Danglu inlaid with gold and silver. Figure 9 shows the "Confucius Lacquer Mirror" which has the earliest portrait of Confucius discovered so far.

The most direct and astonishing sight is undoubtedly the staggering number of **gold** artifacts. Mountains of gold cakes, horse-hoof gold, unicorn-toe gold, and gold plates - their quantity, purity, and exquisite craftsmanship far exceed expectations. These are no longer just cold numbers from history books, but tangible piles gleaming with the luster of two thousand years ago, instantly materializing the phrase "wealth rivaling a nation." In this moment, one gains a revolutionary understanding of the wealth and burial customs of the Han Dynasty's top nobility.

📍Address: No. 1 Zijin Avenue, Xinjian District, Nanchang City 🕙Opening hours: 09:00-17:00 (ticket sales stop at 16:00) 💰Tickets: 60 yuan/person, 30 yuan for Nanchang residents, reservations can be made in advance on the official account 🚗Transportation: • Self-driving: Direct navigation, convenient parking, and inexpensive parking fees. • Bus: No. 666 Tourist Line (Honggutan Supporting Center - Scenic Area, 45 minutes by car, 10 yuan fare); No. 137 Bus (Honggutan Supporting Center - Scenic Area, 80 minutes by car, 5 yuan fare) 🗺Must-see attractions: • Site Museum: There are multiple exhibition halls in the museum, "Golden Haihun" has 478 gold artifacts and 2 million five-zhu coins, "Book Fragrance Haihun" exhibits more than 5,000 bamboo slips, and "Red Lacquer Haihun" displays Han Dynasty lacquerware, which is worth a look. • Liu He Cemetery: The main tomb has a complete structure, and you can see the remains of jade seals and chariot pits. The accompanying tomb area next to it can understand the layout of the tombs of the noble families of the Han Dynasty. • Visitor Center Experience: The chime theater reproduces the banquet and music scenes of the Han Dynasty through holographic projection and chime performances, which is very shocking. The ticket price is 30 yuan/person; the Dragon Culture Museum can see dinosaur fossils and the evolution of dragon culture, which is suitable for bringing children. 🥘 Food: • Haihun Food City: In the scenic area, there are Nanchang specialty snacks such as clay pot soup, Nanchang mixed noodles, and white sugar cakes, which cost 20-30 yuan per person. • Surroundings: You can go to Wangshan Tuku to eat farm dishes, such as Poyang Lake whitebait and rice noodle steamed meat. 📌 Notes: • Guide: Manual explanation for 1-5 people costs 150 yuan, and English explanation doubles; tablet guide machine costs 30 yuan/unit, and deposit is 200 yuan. • Equipment: The park is large, so it is recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes, protect yourself from the sun in summer, and bring drinking water. • Team reservation: Teams of more than 10 people need to make a reservation 1 day in advance.

Nanchang Travel Guide: A Journey Through the Ancient and Modern Charm of the Hero City 🌟 City Impressions Nanchang, the capital of Jiangxi Province, is a millennium-old city blending "red revolutionary spirit" with "rivers and lakes mystique." It is the "place where the military flag was raised" and the ancient city of Yuzhang, praised by Wang Bo as a land of "natural treasures and outstanding people." Climb Tengwang Pavilion to watch the sunset over the Gan River, slurp a bowl of mixed rice noodles on the street, and feel the vibrant life and poetry of the Hero City. 📌 Must-Visit Attractions 1️⃣ Tengwang Pavilion - One of the three famous towers in Jiangnan, made famous by Wang Bo’s "Preface to Tengwang Pavilion." Recommended to visit at dusk to see the magnificent Gan River scene where "the sunset and lone wild goose fly together." - Tips: Night visits are even more stunning, with a light show showcasing a thousand years of culture (ticket 80 RMB, night visit 30 RMB). 2️⃣ August 1st Uprising Memorial Hall - A core red tourism site, reliving the heroic days of the 1927 Nanchang Uprising through historical artifacts and scene restorations. - Tips: Free admission, reservation required, closed on Mondays. 3️⃣ Qiushui Square - The pinnacle of Nanchang’s nightscape! Asia’s largest musical fountain (shows at 7:30 PM and 8:30 PM nightly), with Tengwang Pavilion’s lights and Ganjiang Bridge shining across the river. 4️⃣ Haihunhou Kingdom Ruins Museum - Unveils the legend of Liu He, the owner of the "Golden Tomb," with dazzling unearthed artifacts (ticket 60 RMB, about 1 hour drive from downtown). 5️⃣ Wanshou Palace Historical and Cultural Street - Vintage old street plus trendy market, perfect for enjoying local food and creative shopping, experiencing the everyday life of Nanchang. 🍜 Food Recommendations ✅ Must-have breakfast: - Mixed rice noodles + clay pot soup (recommended "Zhou Zhenzhen Mixed Noodles" and "Master Gao’s Soup Noodles"), spicy and chewy mixed noodles for just 3 RMB a bowl! ✅ Gan cuisine flavors: - The classic three (crab leg noodles, spicy braised chicken feet), and Dapinghuo (oil-soaked fish), a paradise for spice lovers! ✅ Snack collection: - White sugar cake, fried boiled snacks ("Lili Boiled"), Hongdu Thumb Milk Tea (local version of "Chayan Yuese"). 🚗 Transportation Guide - Airport: Nanchang Changbei International Airport, Metro Line 1 directly to downtown. - Within the city: Four metro lines cover major attractions, shared electric scooters are convenient for short trips. 📅 Classic 2-Day Itinerary Day 1: August 1st Uprising Memorial Hall → Tengwang Pavilion (day visit) → Wanshou Palace Street (lunch) → Jiangxi Provincial Museum → Qiushui Square (night visit) Day 2: Haihunhou Ruins → Shengjin Tower → Nanchang Star Ferris Wheel (overlooking Gan River) 💡 Travel Tips - Best seasons: Spring and autumn (March-May, September-November), avoid the summer heat. - Dialect challenge: Nanchang dialect is loud but warm; if you don’t understand, just smile and nod. The rivers and lakes spirit and scholarly charm of the "Hero City" await your discovery!** 🚀

“Mom, I’m off to find the museum’s treasures,” my daughter said, holding her study guide and disappearing with her friends in a flash. Two days later, she not only remembered the “Golden and Silver Coins of Marquis Haihun,” but also recited the “Preface to Tengwang Pavilion” at Tengwang Pavilion—inviting me to climb the pavilion with her. She said history can actually be this “fun”! Rest assured, you are your child’s best study guide ✅ Study guide + task cards = naughty kids instantly turn into top students ✅ Listening to explanations + voice diaries = knowledge engraved into DNA 【Pre-trip preparation: 3 tricks to get kids to learn actively】 1. Knowledge “feeding” tricks 📌 Short video bombardment: • Watch exciting explanations from Jiangxi Museum, free on Bilibili • Memorize Wang Bo’s “Preface to Tengwang Pavilion,” print it and stick it on the fridge, tell your kid that if they memorize it, they get free admission and the ticket money is theirs. • “Exploring the Golden Tomb of Marquis Haihun” documentary (listen as a bedtime story) 2. Study guide’s secret weapon 📒 Props list: • Task cards: Find the “Double-tailed Bronze Tiger” at the Provincial Museum, count the “278 gold coins” of Marquis Haihun, take photos of the “same sunset view” at Tengwang Pavilion • Stamp book: 8 hidden artifact stamps at three major attractions (Provincial Museum stamping point is on the 2nd floor near cultural products) • Archaeology blind box: can be bought on Taobao 3. Explanation tool for guaranteed success 🎧 Plan: • Use free museum guided tours; if budget allows, hire a private guide. Bottom line: If timing doesn’t work out, at least rent an audio guide. 【Three-day itinerary: study and explore route】 DAY 1: Arrive in Nanchang in the evening, have dinner, rest, stay near Wanshougong subway station. If you have energy, visit Bayi Square and Wanshougong. DAY 2: Travel through 10,000 years of Jiangxi history Morning: Jiangxi Provincial Museum (9:00-12:00) 📌 High-energy tips: • Must-do: Register at the service desk as soon as it opens to join the free guided tour. Two hours well worth it, though it’s crowded. • Hidden task: Find the “winking Shang Dynasty bronze tiger” and the first batch of 195 artifacts banned from export—Yuan Dynasty blue-and-white porcelain with red underglaze depicting a pavilion-style granary. 🚌 Transport: Metro Line 1, Zhujing Road Station Exit 2 direct access 🍱 Lunch: There is food inside the museum, but we recommend going out. We ate Cantonese cuisine at Guang Boss’s restaurant and after several days of spicy attacks, the Cantonese food made us tear up. Afternoon: Tengwang Pavilion challenge (14:30-20:00) 📌 Tips to pass: • Recite the preface at the south gate: book in advance on your phone, choose full text or sections. Children get free admission without tickets for adults and kids! (Tested with elementary school kids) • Night tour trick: 19:30 light show + performance, some say it’s good, depends on personal taste. Hidden bonus: We found a guided tour for Tengwang Pavilion too, bought for about 10 yuan from a first-prize guide competition winner. Can be played on your phone. DAY 3: Marquis Haihun cultural and museum tour All day: Marquis Haihun Museum (9:00-17:00) 📌 Golden tips: • Must-listen explanation: Official tours last 60 or 150 minutes, group prices are good, or find other platforms. 🚗 Transport TIP: Taxi in the city, or take bus 666 (last bus 17:30), or book a half-day tour. We bought tickets for transport, attractions, and shuttle, which was convenient and hassle-free. 🎒 Note: Bring some snacks, the park’s small shops have limited options. 【Daily knowledge consolidation after the trip】 📱 Voice diary: Every night, have your child narrate “today’s coolest discovery” 🎞 Return trip jackpot: Edit the daily diary into a travel journal to instantly finish homework. Proud mom made a vlog with photos and videos (let the child do the voiceover, very meaningful) 🏨 Accommodation: All Seasons Hotel Tengwang Pavilion (close enough to walk to Tengwang Pavilion, perfect for night photos) 💰 Total cost: Train 🚄 + tickets + food + accommodation + guide ≈ 700 RMB/person 🚌 Marquis Haihun Museum charges admission; sightseeing shuttle is a must-buy (the two attractions are far apart) After returning home, my daughter proudly told her friends about reciting the “Preface to Tengwang Pavilion” and together they organized their travel journal. This Nanchang trip made me realize: I can also guide my child well in study tours, letting them have fun and learn well!

From the exhibits in the Haihunhou Museum, we can see what Confucius looked like 2,000 years ago. It is said that Confucius was 9 feet 6 inches tall, a burly man. He was a strong man, a typical Shandong man. In this mirror, we can see what people in the Han Dynasty thought Confucius looked like. It is truly eye-opening.

The Haihunhou Museum is truly spectacular. There are not many Han Dynasty tombs that have been preserved, as most of them have been looted. However, the Haihunhou Tomb has been preserved thanks to the expansion of Poyang Lake, which submerged the entire tomb and made it difficult for people to loot it. Thanks to this historical accident, we have the opportunity to witness the treasures of the Haihunhou Han Tomb and learn about the culture and humanity of the Han Dynasty.

Traveling in Nanchang, be careful when visiting the Haihunhou Tomb, it has a strong aftertaste. A 36-hour weekend trip to Nanchang Half a day visiting the Haihunhou Tomb, I was in a state of "ah ah" the whole time... All I saw was gold, bronze, and chime performances, it was so worth it, you must go see it! I have compiled a list of the six meals I had in Nanchang over two days... If you're interested, you can copy it, none of them are particularly spicy, suitable for all ages, and very delicious! "Gan Cuisine with Strong Fire" Nanchangli - Tangwali "Intangible Cultural Heritage, New Fusion" Xiaoshihou, Shangzuo "Late Night Snack" Xiong's BBQ • Life on a Skewer, and Yejian Mirror on Chuanshan Road

The Nanchang Han Dynasty Haihunhou State Site Museum is located in Guanxi Village, Datangping Township, Xinjian District, Nanchang City. It is a national first-class museum, exhibiting various precious cultural relics such as goldware, bronzeware, jadeware, bamboo slips, and wooden tablets. The basic exhibition is: Golden Haihun - Exhibition of the History and Culture of the Han Dynasty Haihunhou State. It comprehensively displays the history and culture of the Haihunhou State, reflects the daily life of the Western Han royal family and marquises, and embodies the culture of the Haihunhou State. The collection of exquisite cultural relics includes the "Liu He" Chi Button Jade Seal, Bear-shaped Stone Inlay, Lacquered Mirror with Picture of Confucius and His Disciples, "Hai" Character Bronze Seal, Argali Pattern Silver Horse Ke, Gold Cake, Horse Hoof Gold, etc.

The first-generation Marquis of Haihun, Liu He, grandson of Emperor Wu of Han, was a true embodiment of 'old money.' His tomb unearthed hundreds of kilograms of gold, more than ten tons of copper coins, as well as countless bronze vessels and musical instruments, giving concrete form to the phrase 'the bells toll and the cauldrons sing' with his wealth. Thanks to his financial power, the Haihun Marquis Heritage Site Museum has become a top attraction in Nanchang, and even a Han dynasty emperor with little presence, Liu He, now has a namesake documentary titled 'The Marquis of Haihun,' which I highly recommend watching before visiting. The museum is quite far from the city center, so it's advisable to refer to the official WeChat account for transportation guidance. Following the guide, I took the subway from Nanchang West Station to Changjiang Road, then a taxi to the museum, which cost 80 yuan. For the return trip, I took bus 666 to the subway station. When I visited, the buses back to the city center departed at 14:30, 16:00, and 17:00, so plan your time accordingly, as it's difficult to hail a taxi for the return journey.

The millennium Haihunhou, underground luxury and waste. When I opened my eyes, it was the first time I saw so much gold, and I also had a more intuitive understanding of Haihunhou Liu He. The large number and high value of the unearthed cultural relics from his tomb are also very rare.

| After visiting this museum, all I can see is money. There are Terracotta Warriors in the north and Marquis Haihun in the south. Today I checked in at the Nanchang Han Dynasty Haihunhou State Ruins Museum! After seeing Haihunhou, I felt that when there is enough gold, it can illuminate the entire room! "Nine out of ten Han tombs are empty", but the tomb of Haihunhou Liu He is an exception. Liu He's tomb has been there for more than 2,000 years, and although it has been visited by tomb robbers, it is almost intact. The Haihunhou Museum unearthed a large number of cultural relics, including horse hoof gold, unicorn foot gold, gold cakes, and gold plates, with a gold content of up to 99%! Who is he? Why is he so rich? Liu He was the grandson of Emperor Wu of Han, and he reigned for only 27 days. The so-called "Haihun" refers to the west bank of Poyang Lake, which was Haihun County of Yuzhang County at that time, and Liu He was given the title of Haihun Hou. In addition to the strong funeral customs at the time, he not only inherited his father's estate, but was even forbidden from offering sacrifices to the ancestral temple after being demoted! So, after his death, everything was buried with him. What other cultural relics are there in the museum? In addition to various types of gold, more than 5,200 bamboo slips were unearthed from the tomb of Marquis Haihun, most of which are Confucian classics and teachings, including "The Book of Songs", "The Book of Rites", "The Spring and Autumn Annals", "The Book of Filial Piety", etc. There is also a lacquered mirror with the image of Confucius, which expresses Liu He's respect for Confucianism at that time. The museum is divided into 4 exhibition halls: "Golden Haihun--Han Dynasty Haihunhou State History and Culture Exhibition" (the gold that everyone loves to see is here) "Book Fragrance Haihun--Han Dynasty Haihunhou State Bamboo Slips Exhibition" "Red Lacquer Haihun--Han Dynasty Haihunhou State Lacquerware Exhibition" Special Exhibition "Meet Haihun--Han Culture Experience Interaction" After visiting the four permanent exhibition halls, you can take a tour bus directly to Liu He's cemetery. The whole process takes half a day to a day! Strategy: 1 Go to Honggutan Supporting Center before 9:30 am and take bus No. 666, the ticket is 10 yuan (special bus line to Haihunhou, four buses a day) Come out at 2:30/4:30 pm to take the return bus, the time is just right. 2 Before you go, try to bring your own food and drinking water. The scenic area is too expensive! 3 Be sure to bring postcards with you. There are seven free stamps at the exit of the "Golden Sea Twilight" exhibition on the second floor. It is best to bring your own ink. 4 Time: 9:00-17:00 (the park is open on Mondays) 5 Price: 60 yuan + 15 yuan for sightseeing bus (it is recommended to take the bus, the visitor center is a bit far from the museum)