A Smile from Ancient Handan

A Smile from Ancient Handan: A Guide to Handan Museum 1. Attraction Information 📍Address: No. 399 Renmin East Road, Handan, Hebei Province. 🚗Transportation: - Bus: Take bus No. 17, 21, 26, etc., get off at "City Museum" stop, and walk to the museum. - Self-driving: There is a parking lot around the museum. Navigate to Handan Museum. Self-driving is convenient, but be aware of traffic jams during peak hours. - Taxi: Take a taxi in the city. The fare varies depending on the departure location. The fare is generally within CNY 20 in the urban area. 2. Must-see Exhibits Zhao Kiln Site Relics: As a witness to Handan's long history, these relics date back to the Neolithic period, including exquisite pottery, stone tools, etc., showing the wisdom and creativity of early humans in Handan, making you feel like you can see the life scenes of the ancestors thousands of years ago. Han Dynasty Pottery Figurines: These pottery figurines have different postures and smiles, vividly reflecting the social features and people's mental state in the Han Dynasty, which is a vivid embodiment of the "smile from ancient Handan". Whether it is the dancer's agility or the servant's respect, they are all vividly portrayed. Cizhou Kiln Porcelain: Cizhou Kiln is a treasure of traditional Chinese porcelain-making craftsmanship. Handan Museum houses many representative works of Cizhou Kiln. From the black flower vase on a white background to the life-like porcelain pillow, each piece of porcelain contains unique artistic charm and profound cultural connotation. 3. Ticket Information 🎟️Ticket Price: Handan Museum is open to the public for free. Reservation: You can make a reservation through the official WeChat account of Handan Museum 1–3 days in advance, select the date and time of visit, and enter the museum with the reservation QR code; or you can bring your ID card to the self-service ticket machine at the entrance of the museum to get a ticket and enter the museum. 4. Other Tips 💗Visiting Time: The museum is open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (last entry at 4:30 pm), closed on Mondays. It is recommended to arrange 3–4 hours for the visit to fully appreciate the rich collections in the museum. Guide Service: The museum provides a guide service. You can consult and make a reservation at the service desk. The fee depends on the number of sessions and people; you can also use your phone to scan the QR code next to the exhibits to listen to the audio guide and learn more about the stories behind the relics. Nearby Attractions: The museum is located in the center of Handan, with shopping and leisure places such as New Century Commercial Plaza nearby. After the visit, you can go for dining and shopping to experience the modern urban life of Handan.