Capital Museum

Welcome to the Capital Museum of Beijing, a remarkable architectural beauty that has stood on Changan Street for nearly two decades. This museum is a 'treasure house' dedicated to the 3,000-year history and culture of one of the…

Our journey begins in the main lobby, a space of monumental proportions. Dominating this area is one of the museum's most significant relics: a massive stone stele dating back to the middle of the Qing Dynasty, specifically the…

As we enter the Hall of Bronze, we are stepping into the 'home' of ancient Chinese metallurgy. Beijing and its surrounding regions have yielded an incredible wealth of bronze wares, some dating back three millennia. …

Ascending to the fifth floor, we enter what is personally one of the most favorite places for many visitors: the Jade Gallery. For thousands of years, Chinese people have been 'jade lovers,' believing that the stone possessed…

In the specialized halls dedicated to Beijing’s folklore, we move from the world of emperors to the 'tranquil and serene' world of the common people. This exhibition features recreations of old Beijing streets, traditional…

A highlight of the museum's narrative is the history of the Grand Canal, the 'great engineering feat' that made Beijing’s growth possible. As the sources state, the canal 'links north and south,' bringing grain, silk, and…

Finally, we reach the temporary exhibition halls, which often focus on Beijing’s modern role as the only 'Dual Olympic City' in the world. As the sources describe, these exhibits include ancient 'bows and arrows' to represent…

As we conclude our journey through the Capital Museum, we are left with an appreciation for the 'uniquely precious' artifacts that tell the story of Beijing. From the 45-ton stele of Emperor Qianlong to the 'exquisite' jade…