Silk Route Museum, Cultural museum in Jiuquan, China
The Silk Route Museum spans 120,000 square feet of exhibition space and contains over 35,000 artifacts related to ancient trade routes.
The museum, established in 2009, stands on the archaeological site of the Xiliang King's Tomb, featuring extensive underground galleries and ancient burial chambers.
The exhibition halls display numerous artifacts including ceramics, jade pieces, bronze items, and tools that demonstrate the exchanges between Eastern and Western civilizations.
Visitors can explore the museum between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM, with a recommended duration of 4 to 5 hours to fully experience all exhibitions.
The facility operates as both a museum and an active jade market, hosting regular auctions and events such as the Moon Light Cup of Jiuquan.
Location: Jiuquan
Inception: 2009
Website: https://silkroutemuseum.com
GPS coordinates: 39.77070,98.43270
Latest update: March 18, 2025 03:41
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