Shanghai Museum

Must-visit travel guide: Basic Information - Address: No. 380 Lingang Avenue, Nanhui New Town, Pudong New Area. - Opening Hours: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM, last admission at 3:00 PM, closed every Monday. - Ticket Prices: Regular ticket 30 RMB/person, child ticket 15 RMB/person, free for children under 6 years old. Transportation Guide - Metro: Take Line 16 to Dishui Lake Station, exit from Exit 3 or 4, then walk 10-15 minutes to reach the museum. - Bus: You can take bus routes Shengkang 1, 1009, 1135, 1043, etc., to nearby stops. - Driving: Access via Zhonghuan—Huaxia Expressway—Lianggang Highway, or Outer Ring—Hulu Expressway—Shengkang Avenue, then enter Lingang Avenue. Parking is available outside the museum. Visiting Tips - Permanent Exhibits: The "Homeland" exhibition hall is on the first floor, featuring Earth, Moon, and Sun themed exhibits, including rare lunar and Martian meteorites. The "Universe" exhibition hall is on the second floor, with five themed areas: "Space-Time," "Gravity," "Light," "Elements," and "Life," showcasing cosmic phenomena and celestial evolution. The "Journey" exhibition hall is also on the second floor, featuring themes of galaxies, a mathematics laboratory, and flight, displaying original works of famous scientists who influenced world science development. - Special Exhibits: The "Chinese Astronomy" exhibition area is on the first floor, with themes of astronomical observation and timekeeping, the introduction of Western learning to the East, and the Chinese celestial dream, showcasing Chinese scientific instruments and achievements in astronomy. The "Curious Planet" exhibition is on the basement level, suitable for children aged 3-8, following the protagonist on an interstellar adventure. The "Heading to Mars" exhibition is on the first floor, where visitors can role-play as a rescue team boarding a spacecraft to Mars, simulating spacecraft rendezvous and docking scenes. - Exciting Performances: The dome theater screen is 23 meters in diameter, presenting ultra-high-definition 8K images, with films such as "The Firmament" and "Invisible Universe." The "Flying Through the Galaxy" theater is a 6K motion theater where you can board the "Light Chaser" ship to explore the mysteries of the galaxy. Dining and Shopping - Dining: The museum has a restaurant and beverage vending machines offering a variety of food and drinks. - Shopping: There is a shopping mall with over 120 cultural and creative products including decorations, clothing, daily necessities, stationery, and toys. Notes - Tickets must be booked in advance via the "Shanghai Science and Technology Museum Natural History Museum Astronomy Museum" mini-program, with tickets available for booking three days in advance starting at 9:30 AM daily. - Eating and drinking are prohibited in certain areas inside the museum; please comply with the rules. - Keep your personal belongings safe during the visit and take care of elderly and children accompanying you.

Hello everyone, don’t want to travel far during National Day? Come to the magic city Shanghai, where you can enjoy an international vibe without losing the local charm! 📍Day 1: The Bund Night View × Tour of International Architecture Arrive in Shanghai by high-speed train and check into a four-star hotel near the Nanjing East Road subway station (about 1300 RMB for two nights). In the afternoon, stroll along Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, try the green rice balls at Shen Da Cheng and pick up souvenirs at First Food Store. In the evening, take a walk along The Bund, watch the lights brighten on both sides of the Huangpu River, and snap photos with the Lujiazui “Three-Piece Set” in the frame 📸. For dinner, choose Lao Zheng Xing for authentic Shanghai cuisine, around 80 RMB per person. 📍Day 2: Artistic Shanghai × The City’s Heartbeat In the morning, visit the Shanghai Museum (free, reservation required), where the bronze ware and calligraphy exhibitions are stunning. At noon, head to Wukang Road, check out the Wukang Building, and browse secondhand books at DuoZhuaYu Circular Shop; the café is perfect for chilling out. In the afternoon, go up the Shanghai Tower (ticket 180 RMB), have coffee at the “Duoyun Book House” on the 52nd floor, and enjoy a panoramic city view. In the evening, choose either the Oriental Pearl Tower or a Huangpu River cruise (120 RMB per person) to experience Shanghai’s dazzling nightscape. 📍Day 3: Old City Life × Trendy Landmarks to End Sleep in naturally, then visit the City God Temple snack street (recommended: Nanxiang soup dumplings and pear syrup candy), just take photos outside to avoid pitfalls. In the afternoon, go to Xintiandi to shoot Shikumen-style photos or check out the TX Huaihai trendy brand art space. Before leaving, grab some Butterfly Pastries from the International Hotel as souvenirs; the queue is worth it! 💰 Budget Breakdown (per person): High-speed train round trip: 1500 RMB (based on nearby cities) Accommodation: 1300 RMB Food & snacks: 600 RMB Tickets & local transport: 600 RMB (subway + taxi) ✅ Total: about 3800 RMB, plus 200 RMB for emergencies for peace of mind! This National Day, wander between Shanghai’s skyscrapers and plane tree shadows, feeling the collision of East and West, tradition and trend. I’ll be waiting for you in the evening breeze by the Huangpu River to set off together.

💿 Exhibition Period: 7/19/2024 - 8/17/2025 📍 Location: Three exhibition halls on the first floor of the People's Building, Shanghai Museum. This exhibition features 788 precious artifacts, breaking the previous record of no more than 300 items loaned abroad by Egypt, with over 95% of the artifacts being shown in Asia for the first time. 【Preface】 My impression of Egypt comes from: 🎬 the movie "The Mummy" and the shoujo manga 📖 "Daughters of the Nile." Later, in history class, I learned that Egypt is one of the four great ancient civilizations. The pyramids, rumored to be built by aliens, the gift of the Nile's flooding, and mummification based on the belief in resurrection through judgment all sparked my strong interest in Egypt. This time, I specially rented an audio guide for ¥30, but the headphones became uncomfortable after a while, and not every exhibit had an explanation. Before visiting the exhibition halls, it’s good to understand ancient Egyptian beliefs and mythology. The Ennead and the Golden Family consist of 11 gods in total. Atum self-generated the wind god Shu and the moisture god Tefnut. They gave birth to Geb and Nut. The fourth generation included two daughters and two sons: Osiris, Isis, Set, and Nephthys. Osiris and Isis gave birth to Horus, who avenged his father by defeating Set, as well as the god of death Anubis. Additionally, Horus and the goddess Hathor had four sons, who are the four guardian gods of the canopic jars. 【History of Egypt】The timeline can be roughly divided as follows 🔽⬇️🔽 - Predynastic Period (5300 BC - 3100 BC): Early settlements and city-states, with hieroglyphics appearing around 3200 BC. - Early Dynastic Period (3100 BC - 2686 BC): The Narmer Palette records Menes unifying Upper and Lower Egypt, starting the pharaoh era. Capital: Memphis. - Old Kingdom, also known as the Pyramid Age (2686 BC - 2181 BC): The first pyramid, the Step Pyramid of Djoser, was designed by Imhotep. Fourth Dynasty: Giza Pyramids. - First Intermediate Period, about 150 years (2181 BC - 2040 BC). - Middle Kingdom (2040 BC - 1786 BC): The 12th Dynasty moved the capital to Thebes and used bronze tools. The local god Amun of Thebes became the supreme national god, with many temples and tombs built. - Second Intermediate Period (1786 BC - 1567 BC): Foreign chariot warriors, the Hyksos. Amenhotep I expelled them, established the 18th Dynasty, and moved the capital from Memphis to Thebes. - New Kingdom (1567 BC - 1085 BC). - Third Intermediate Period (1085 BC - 664 BC). - Late Period (664 BC - 332 BC). ✂️ Below are the three exhibition halls 👇 【The Realm of the Pharaohs】 Recommended to visit first. Ancient Egypt had 31 dynasties. Many pyramids were built during the Old Kingdom. During the Middle Kingdom (11th-12th Dynasties), Thutmose II reunified Egypt and moved the capital from Memphis to Thebes, beginning construction of the largest ancient Egyptian temple, the Karnak Temple, the worship center of the sun god Amun. The New Kingdom (18th-20th Dynasties), around 1550 BC to 1075 BC, saw pharaohs buried in the Valley of the Kings. Main exhibits include ancient Egyptian cosmology, sacred kingship, craftsmanship, belief systems, and burial customs. 【The Age of Tutankhamun】 Focuses on the young pharaoh Tutankhamun, his father Amenhotep IV (Akhenaten), and their relatives. It covers the religious reform that overturned his father's monotheistic worship. 【Secrets of Saqqara ㊙️】 Saqqara, located south of the Giza pyramid complex, is the oldest burial ground used longest by ancient Egyptians. Since 2018, the largest animal mummy cemetery, the Bastet temple ruins, and newly unearthed painted wooden coffins have been discovered here. — — — — — — — 【🌟Overview of Artifacts】 ① Statue head of Senusret I in the hall, later repurposed by Ramses II. ② 🦛 Hippopotamus statue: symbolized chaos and destructive power in ancient Egypt, also fertility and regeneration. Legend says Menes of the First Dynasty died from a hippo attack. ③ Osiris: god of the underworld, judge of the dead and afterlife. His green skin represents life’s revival and the power of rebirth. ④ Isis: wife of Osiris. The Madonna figure is said to be modeled after Isis holding Horus. ⑤ Amenemhat III of the 12th Dynasty 🇪🇬 marked the peak of ancient Egypt. ⑥ Wesekh collar: worn by a princess’s mummy. Due to its large size and weight, a balancing counterweight was attached at the back. ⑦ The earliest country to invent brewing and bread-making. ⑧ Thutmose I: third king of the 18th Dynasty, campaigned in West Asia, expanded Karnak Temple, and was the first pharaoh buried in the Valley of the Kings. ⑨ Queen Hatshepsut: Egypt’s Wu Zetian, her statue was deliberately made in male form. After her death, her son Thutmose III succeeded her. ①⓪ Thutmose III: a great military leader who conquered Syria, known as the Napoleon of Egypt. ①① Ramses II: 19th Dynasty, lived over 90 years, the second longest-reigning pharaoh in Egypt. ①② Bastet: ancient Egyptian cat goddess, worship traced back to the Early Dynastic Period. ①③ Anubis: guardian of the dead, with a jackal head. ①④ Akhenaten: the most controversial pharaoh, religious reformer who worshipped the Aten. ①⑤ Canopic jars: four jars holding the deceased’s internal organs, lids shaped as Horus’s four sons. Falcon head: intestines / Baboon head: lungs / Human head: liver / Jackal head: stomach. ①⑥ Thoth: depicted with an ibis and baboon, god of the moon, medicine, and wisdom. ①⑦ Senusret I: second pharaoh of the 12th Dynasty in the Middle Kingdom. Led two Nubian expeditions and to the Western Desert oases. Strengthened the cult of Amun-Ra. There are many more exhibits, too many to introduce here! In the late Qing Dynasty, due to Duanfang, there was a wave of Egypt fascination. Duanfang was ordered to travel abroad and obtained rubbings of Egyptian inscriptions when passing through Egypt. Now, some drawbacks: When visiting, keep your EQ (emotional quotient) fully charged, because cutting in line and pushing forward happen frequently, instantly lowering your experience. With so many people crowded together, if you want to see the exhibits, you need to bravely push forward. Good luck! 📅 Visit Date: 11/13/2024 (Wed.) 09:00-10:00 🕰️ Opening Hours: 09:00 - 17:00 (Last entry at 16:00) Closed on Mondays except national holidays 💰 Ticket Price: RMB ¥135 📍 Address: No. 201 Renmin Avenue, Huangpu District, Shanghai

The round building on People's Square houses one of the wings of the Museum of Ancient Chinese Art (the East Wing is in Pudong). Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, except Mondays. Admission is free with a foreign passport and no reservations required! Getting there: Line 1, People's Square metro station. The museum displays clothing, jewelry, furniture, calligraphy, and painting. I was lucky enough to see a temporary exhibition of lacquerware and mother-of-pearl inlaid items! #shanghai #shanghaimuseum

🌟 Shanghai Exploration Guide I. Itinerary Planning [Departure Day] Arrive in Shanghai and stroll along the Bund [Day 2] Start from the Bund, visit the Oriental Pearl Tower, and then stroll along Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street [Day 3] Leave Nanjing Road, visit the Shanghai Museum, and then visit Xintiandi [Day 4] Start from Xintiandi, visit Yuyuan Garden, and finally head to Lujiazui Financial District [Day 5] End your Shanghai trip in Lujiazui Financial District II. Recommended Attractions [The Bund] Standing on the Bund, you can enjoy the magnificent view of the Huangpu River and feel the perfect blend of history and modernity in Shanghai. [Oriental Pearl Tower] The Oriental Pearl Tower, a landmark of Shanghai, takes you to a high vantage point to enjoy the bustling scenery of downtown Shanghai. [Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street] Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, as the commercial heart of Shanghai, is an ideal place for shopping and food exploration. [Shanghai Museum] The Shanghai Museum is known for its rich collection of cultural relics and is an excellent place to learn about Chinese history and culture. [Xintiandi] Xintiandi, where traditional and modern styles are cleverly combined, is a popular choice for leisure and entertainment. [Yuyuan Garden] Yuyuan Garden, a typical Jiangnan garden, is full of classical charm and is a must-visit place to experience traditional Chinese garden culture. [Lujiazui Financial District] Lujiazui Financial District, with its skyscrapers, showcases Shanghai's modernity as an international metropolis. III. Food Guide [Xiaolongbao] Shanghai's xiaolongbao, with its thin skin, rich filling, and rich soup, is a must-try delicacy in Shanghai. [Pan-fried Bun] Pan-fried buns, with their crispy skin and juicy filling, are one of Shanghai's traditional snacks. [Braised Pork] Shanghai's braised pork, tender and flavorful, with an attractive color, is a classic dish in Shanghai cuisine. [Sweet and Sour Spare Ribs] Sweet and sour spare ribs, with a moderate sweet and sour taste and tender meat, are a common delicacy on Shanghai family tables. [Osmanthus Cake] Osmanthus cake, with its fragrant aroma and soft and glutinous texture, is a traditional Shanghai dessert. Follow this guide, and may you not only experience the prosperity of the city but also enjoy authentic food and leave unforgettable travel memories on your trip to Shanghai!

'The Land of Pharaohs' is an overview of ancient Egyptian civilization, starting with creation myths and expanding into sections on the belief in gods, the development of kingship, the life of nobles, the life of artisans, and beliefs in the afterlife. It aims to provide the audience with a comprehensive and systematic knowledge of ancient Egyptian civilization. This section is also the largest of the three sections in the exhibition, with an exhibition hall area of 1500 square meters, displaying more than 300 cultural relics. The exhibits include prehistoric painted pottery, the sun god, various Egyptian gods, statues of pharaohs and queens, the child Horus, gilded masks of pharaohs, pharaohs' necklaces, the mysterious Eye of Horus, scarabs, the earliest portraits, painted wooden coffins, and the papyrus 'Book of the Dead', among others. Shanghai Museum

Shanghai Museum × The Met's international joint exhibition is stunning! 178 top-tier bronze treasures from around the world gathered, free and no reservation needed to unlock the beauty of millennia-old retro and innovation. A must-visit for cultural and museum enthusiasts 🏺 🌟 Exhibition Highlights - Top-tier joint curation: First collaboration between Shanghai Museum and The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, spanning over forty years of milestone projects, the world's largest specialized exhibition of Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasty bronzes; - Rare treasures gathered: Collections from Asia, Europe, and America assembled, with 69 new pieces from Shanghai Museum’s collection added at the Shanghai stop, 41 exhibited publicly for the first time, and over 300,000 visitors attracted at the New York premiere; - Breaking new perspectives: Moving beyond the "antique replica" label, deeply exploring the innovative value under the retro spirit of bronzes, combining academic and aesthetic appreciation; - Immersive interactive experience: The entrance features a grand Da Sheng Bell replica creating a strong atmosphere, the incense burner area uses light, shadow, and fragrance to recreate the refined tastes of ancient life, offering a highly immersive experience. 🏺 Must-see Key Exhibits - Northern Song Dynasty Bronze Da Sheng Bell (Shanghai Museum collection): A representative of Emperor Huizong’s retro ritual system, extremely rare, the exhibition entrance is modeled after it, making a stunning opening; - Ming Chenghua Bronze Gui from Kunshan County School (Shanghai Museum collection): Exhibited alongside the same piece from the British Museum, a rare cross-museum "reunion" highlight; - Ming Xuande Gilt Bronze Peacock King Statue (Berlin collection): The pinnacle of Ming dynasty court sculpture, exquisitely crafted with stunning details; - 19th Century French Qianlong-style Gilt Bronze Double Phoenix Ewer (British Museum collection): Displayed alongside the original Qianlong piece, showcasing the profound influence of Chinese style on Europe. 📝 Practical Visit Guide - Exhibition Name: Ancient and Innovative: The Retro and Innovation of Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasty Bronzes - Venue: Shanghai Museum East Hall, Bright Dairy First Special Exhibition Hall - Dates: November 12, 2025 – March 16, 2026 (10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, last entry at 5:00 PM, closed Tuesdays) - Admission: Free, no reservation required, super convenient - Tips: Don’t miss the Da Sheng Bell entrance gallery and the incense burner interactive area. Allocate 1.5 to 2 hours for an immersive visit to savor the craftsmanship and stories behind the artifacts. In this exhibition where ancient meets modern and East meets West, understand the millennia-old aesthetics and cultural power within the bronzes. This free grand exhibition is truly top quality ✨

📍Itinerary 👉Day 1: 🏠Accommodation Atour Hotel Shanghai Jing'an Temple Nanjing West Road 👉Day 2: 🏖️Must-visit Attractions Wukang Road, Hengshan Road, Julu Road 🏠Accommodation Atour Hotel Shanghai Jing'an Temple Nanjing West Road 👉Day 3: 🏖️Must-visit Attractions Shanghai Museum, Magnolia Square 🥘Food Lai Lai Xiao Long 🏠Accommodation Atour Hotel Shanghai Jing'an Temple Nanjing West Road 👉Day 4: 🧭Route Suzhou ✈️Transportation High-speed train 🏖️Must-visit Attractions Suzhou Museum, Lion Grove Garden, Pingjiang Road, Shantang Street 🥘Food Suzhou-style noodles 🏠Accommodation Beisita Atour Hotel 👉Day 5: 🏖️Must-visit Attractions Tianping Mountain, First Heaven, Second Heaven, Third Heaven, Summit Climb 🏠Accommodation Tianping Mountain Homestay 👉Day 6: 🏖️Must-visit Attractions Lingering Garden, Canglang Pavilion, Keyuan Garden, Night visit to Wangsi Garden 🥘Food Suzhou cuisine 🏠Accommodation Beisita Atour Hotel 👉Day 7: 🏖️Must-visit Attractions Bao'en Temple, Taohuawu, Wenchang Pavilion 🥘Food Suzhou cuisine 🏠Accommodation Beisita Atour Hotel 👉Day 8: 🧭Route Return home ✈️Transportation High-speed train, airplane 💡Tip: There are many mosquitoes in Suzhou

🌟Highlights: The harmonious relationship between gods and humans, and the combination of royal and divine power, are prominent features of the ancient Egyptians' belief system. The gods created the world and its order, and humans expressed gratitude to the gods by maintaining order, with the king being the core of maintaining order. In the classification of the ancient Egyptian lexicon, gods, humans, and the dead belonged to the heavens, the earth, and the underworld, respectively, while the king belonged to all three realms: he was the intermediary between gods and humans, the judge of the human world, and the protector of the underworld. They believed that the king determined the rise and fall of the country and maintained the order of society and nature. This special relationship was manifested differently in different periods. ❤Recommended reasons: The Old Kingdom and Middle Kingdom were the pyramid eras of ancient Egyptian civilization, with the king being the embodiment of order and perfection. The pursuit of eternal afterlife through pyramid construction led to a highly developed management system and a stable hierarchical society. After the chaos of the First Intermediate Period, the kings of the Middle Kingdom took on the task of rebuilding order, and the cultural field entered a prosperous classical era. The New Kingdom was an important transitional period in ancient Egyptian history, experiencing three stages of empire development, religious reform, and cultural revival. The magnificent temples were cultural symbols of this period, and the kings were honored as pharaohs, recording their military achievements and creating colossal statues on temples and large monuments. 📍Detailed address: 201 Renmin Avenue, Huangpu District, Shanghai 🚉Transportation guide: People's Square Station on Shanghai Metro Line 2 🕙Business hours: 9:00–17:00 📝Tips: Purchase tickets in advance

Egypt's largest export exhibition has arrived at our Shanghai Museum! Over 700 artifacts came from Egypt on a business trip! A few days ago, this year-long grand "Ancient Egyptian Civilization Exhibition" also concluded! Egyptian souvenirs brought to Shanghai have skyrocketed in value! It's a magical feeling. Times have really changed, haha. Since the exhibition closed in August, the noon crowds are still like a "market." The opening was very popular, then it cooled down a bit, but in the final period, it was once again packed! Even the "Pharaoh" had to work overtime at midnight. A true "Museum Night at the Museum"! Very few exhibitions can achieve such a scale! Upstairs, our Chinese rhinoceros horn cups and ethnic minority exhibitions are spacious but have few visitors~ Truly the "Egyptian fever"! The mutual attraction between ancient China and ancient Egypt~ Honestly, going to Egypt 🇪🇬 is neither too far nor too close. Many people might never get to go in their lifetime, while others might go every now and then. So the fascination with Egypt is reflected in repeatedly visiting this museum exhibition... - At the first-floor exit, the ancient Egyptian cultural and creative souvenirs—no one can leave empty-handed! There are quite a few practical small items: dishcloths, fragrances, canvas bags, mouse pads, bag charms, pendants, fridge magnets, ornaments, books, picture albums, bracelets... I went in early July! Pharaoh hats and Anubis plush toys seemed to be sold out... It's great to browse, and you always want to take something home. This largest Egyptian outbound exhibition definitely didn’t skimp on investment! Tens of millions of yuan leveraged 700 million! I was fortunate to invest 700 yuan in this China-Egypt cultural exchange and museum project! [Grin][Grin]

#discoverchina#musuems#shanghai The Shanghai Museum is one of the China's top museums, renowned for its extensive collection of ancient Chinese art and artifacts. The museum houses over 120,000 world-class collections including ancient bronzes, ceramics, calligraphy, paintings, jade and Ming & Qing furniture. We had visited the museum couple of weeks before, the exhibits are well-organized by theme such as Ancient Bronze Gallery, Ceramic Gallery & Calligraphy Gallery etc. We literally impressed by its stunning architecture, which features a round-top, square-base design symbolizes ancient Chinese cosmology "Heaven is round, Earth is square". Overall, visiting the Shanghai Museum was an awe-inspiring experience to us, especially for history & artifact, art & culture buffs like us. ⏩ The Shanghai Museum offers FREE admission to its permanent exhibitions, but need to make an online reservation in advance through WeChat with a valid ID. The museum also provides audio guides (for a small fee) and English descriptions. ⏩ The museum is open daily from 9:00 am - 5:00pm(last entry is 4:00pm). It is closed on Mondays. The best time to visit is on weekday mornings for fewer crowds. ⏩ Nearby attractions: People’s Park, Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, The Bund, Shanghai Natural History Museum and Madame Tussauds Shanghai. 📍 201 Renmin Avenue, near People’s Square (People’s Square Station, Exit 1).

The museum is truly a cultural treasure trove! 🏛️ Located in the heart of People's Square, this is the cultural landmark of Magic City! ✨ 📍 Address: No. 201 Renmin Avenue, Huangpu District, Shanghai ⏰ Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 09:00-17:00 (last entry at 16:00), closed on Mondays~ 💎 Must-Visit Areas: - Ancient Chinese Bronze Gallery: Witness 5,000 years of civilization 🔱 - Calligraphy Gallery Through the Ages: The spirit of China in brush and ink ✍️ - Ceramics Gallery: The aesthetic evolution from blue and white porcelain to Tang Sancai 🏺 - Ming and Qing Furniture Gallery: Exquisite mortise and tenon craftsmanship 🪑 🌧️ Thoughtful Tips: No worries on rainy days! The outdoor architecture is perfect for moody photos 🚶‍♂️, and the indoor exhibits have just the right lighting for glare-free pictures~ You can feel the breath of millennia when looking at the inscribed stone tablets! ✨ Visiting Tips: 1️⃣ Best to visit on weekdays, weekends get very crowded! 2️⃣ Free admission, remember to bring your ID card~ 3️⃣ Audio guide rental available inside, 20 RMB/device