Zhenjiang Museum

Getting There - located super close to Xijindu Lu, accessible walking from most places, if not there are bus routes running there 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ Attractions - located in the former British consulate, plenty of British architecture 🇬🇧🇬🇧 Large display of pottery and porcelain from Ming and Qing dynasties ⚱️ large collection of gold ✨️ and silver ✨️ 🥇🥈 #museum #yearofrabbit #china

First stop: Xijin Ferry Ancient Street Location: No. 213, Changjiang Road, Runzhou District, Zhenjiang City, Jiangsu Province Tickets: It's free (but if you want to go to other places like Guanyin Cave, you have to pay) Time: Open all day! "Jingkou Guazhou is a waterway, Xijin Ferry looks at a thousand years" Xijin Ferry is known as the "Ancient Ferry". Archaeological evidence shows that there were human activities here more than 5,000 years ago. In ancient times, this was a natural harbor. There is a saying: "If you don't go to Xijin Ferry, you don't count as a Zhenjiang tour' Xijin Ferry is built against the mountain, a main street winds up, the foreground is the ancient city lights, the background is the mountain temple, the eyes are the world's fireworks, and the distance is the quiet mountain scenery. Follow the sign of the small pier street to find historical relics. The scenery is excellent and antique. At dusk, under the faint light of the lantern, it seems to have arrived in ancient times. The alley is not big but the attractions are worth visiting! √Zhenjiang Museum (former site of the British Consulate): The museum was originally the former site of the British Consulate. It is not large in scale and has few collections. There are two floors, including the Bronze Exhibition Hall, the Gold and Silver Exhibition Hall and the Craft Exhibition Hall. It is free to visit and needs to be booked in advance. √Zhaoguan Stone Tower (Over Street Stone Tower): Built in the Yuan Dynasty, it is the only over-street stone tower in China. √One glance at the thousand-year-old stone steps: There is a stone wall in the ancient street, engraved with "One glance at a thousand years". Underneath is the ancient stone steps covered with glass, you can see the changes in the ancient street surface from the Tang Dynasty to the Qing Dynasty. You must stay in Xijin Ferry for one night!!! Deeply feel that ancient vicissitudes and historical mystery! The accommodation arrangement has Xijin Post: The scenery is very beautiful, the interior is mainly warm tones, whether it is a single room or a double room is clean and simple, it makes people feel good to see it. More importantly, it has its own distinctive features. When you check in, it seems that you are really living in Xijin Ancient Street. The window is very large and the light is good. The golden sunlight fills the roof, and the continuous old buildings are particularly moving. Wake up in the early morning and start a leisurely and beautiful day. You can see the walking old man and experience the slow-paced life, comfortable and comfortable. Green tiles, stone arches, ancient city walls, red lanterns... The night view of Xijin Ferry can't be missed! You can feel the atmosphere of the ancient city very well, and feel like you have seen a thousand years. Of course! You can't miss all kinds of food! Check in the popular bamboo tube milk tea, and there are all kinds of dishes available, just looking at the picture makes people drool. Finally, parking is very convenient, and there is an underground parking lot. Taking pictures is really good!!! Dress recommendation: Ancient style Hanfu, cheongsam

🏛 When arriving at a new place, the local museum is always my first choice. Zhenjiang Museum is conveniently connected to Xijin Ferry, which is great. Unfortunately, the area of the former British Consulate is under renovation, so it's not open. It looks very attractive from the outside, and I look forward to visiting after the renovation! 🏛 The open sections are divided into two parts, presumably the new and old museums, and a reservation is needed~ You can also scan at the entrance. The old museum is organized according to categories of relics, including the Bronze Ware Hall, Ceramic Hall, Gold and Silver Ware Hall, Arts and Crafts Hall, and Painting and Calligraphy Hall. Each hall houses a large number of precious cultural relics that are a feast for the eyes. 🏛 The new museum mainly focuses on the modern history of Zhenjiang. It actually feels a bit like Shanghai because of the ferry port, which facilitated a lot of cultural exchange between China and foreign countries, including many Western-style buildings. That's why it's so beautiful~ Spread over two floors, there's a lot of content. ✔️ The museum stamping station is located in the visitor center, not inside the exhibition halls. ✔️ Nearby, there's also the Xijin Ferry Visitor Center, Hengshun Vinegar Shop, and others. ✔️ After touring the museum, you can also stroll around the nearby Xijin Ferry ancient street to experience its ancient atmosphere and leisurely lifestyle. 📍 No. 85, Boxian Road, Runzhou District, Zhenjiang City ⏰️ Tuesday to Sunday 9:00-17:00 (entry stops at 16:00) 💰 Free

The Zhenjiang Museum is most distinctive for the fact that the museum building is the former site of the British Consulate in Zhenjiang, making the museum itself a cultural relic, just like the Forbidden City Palace Museum. The building was designed and constructed by British architects at that time. The Zhenjiang Museum is a national first-class museum, and its collection of precious cultural relics ranks third among the 13 key museums in Jiangsu, only behind the Nanjing Museum and the Suzhou Museum. In 1842, Zhenjiang opened its port for trade, and in 1865, Zhenjiang had its British concession, where the British Consulate was built, with the concession area stretching along the river at the foot of the mountain. Zhenjiang's cultural relics, with numerous treasures, bear witness to its long history. The Wu culture bronzes account for 85% of the national museum collections, and the Six Dynasties celadon is second only to Nanjing, Tang dynasty gold and silver wares account for two-thirds of the national total, and from the Six Dynasties to the Ming and Qing dynasties, gold and silver wares have become a series, 30 sets of Southern Song silk garments are unparalleled in the country, nearly 6000 Ming and Qing paintings and calligraphy are enviable, with the 'Jingjiang School of Painting' being particularly distinctive, and a rich collection of Qing dynasty porcelain. Among the collections, many 'little cuties' have been discovered, as well as national treasures and cultural relics forbidden from being exhibited abroad. Zhenjiang, with a three-thousand-year history of civilization, is the birthplace of Wu culture.

Walking along the West Jin Ferry Ancient Street towards the Zhenjiang Museum, you will find the old site of the British Consulate. The unexpected beauty under the warm sun in early winter, as if in a small town in Europe, is very photogenic. Sitting outside for a cup of coffee, the atmosphere is great. The old site of the British Consulate in Zhenjiang is located on the 53rd slope of the West Jin Ferry Ancient Street in Zhenjiang City, and is now the Zhenjiang Museum. During the Second War in 1858, the Qing government was forced to sign the Sino-British Tianjin Treaty with Britain, and Zhenjiang was opened as a commercial port. In 1864, Britain began to build a consulate on Yuntai Mountain. In early 1888, the foreign police in Zhenjiang killed the Chinese, and the angry crowd burned down the consulate and the patrol room. The Qing government succumbed to the invaders, and it was rebuilt in 1889. The existing old site is the building rebuilt at that time. There are 5 buildings in total, all of which are brick and wood structures. The taller one is the office building, the one in the northwest is the staff dormitory and 3 stables, and the 2 square buildings on the hillside are the residences of the consul and deputy consul. The two-story building on the southeast side is a dormitory, dining room and entertainment place, and the three-story rectangular building facing the river on the north side is the Ministry of Works and the patrol room.

Zhenjiang is a historical and cultural city in Jiangsu Province, China, located at the confluence of the Yangtze River and the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, with rich historical and cultural heritage and natural landscape resources. Here are some Zhenjiang tourist attractions and activities I recommend, hope to help you. 1. Zhenjiang Vinegar Culture Museum: Zhenjiang vinegar is one of the four famous vinegars in China, with a long history and unique production process. The Zhenjiang Vinegar Culture Museum displays the history, production process, and cultural connotations of Zhenjiang vinegar, making it a good place to understand Chinese vinegar culture. 2. Jiaoshan Scenic Area: Jiaoshan is one of the famous scenic spots in Zhenjiang, located in the Yangtze River, known for its steep mountains, peculiar rocks, and rich vegetation. In Jiaoshan, you can enjoy the beautiful mountain and water scenery and experience the beauty of nature. 3. Beigu Mountain Park: Beigu Mountain is one of the famous scenic spots in Zhenjiang, a mountain peak with low altitude but beautiful scenery. In Beigu Mountain Park, you can appreciate ancient buildings, carvings, and murals, and feel the charm of Chinese traditional culture. 4. Zhenjiang Museum: Zhenjiang Museum is one of the larger museums in Jiangsu Province, with a large collection of historical relics and artworks. In Zhenjiang Museum, you can learn about the history, culture, and art of Zhenjiang, making it a good place to understand Zhenjiang. 5. Zhenjiang Cuisine: Zhenjiang is one of the famous gourmet cities in China, with many delicious foods worth tasting. For example, Zhenjiang vinegar, Zhenjiang three-cup chicken, Zhenjiang stewed canned food, Zhenjiang stewed chicken, etc. In October, the climate in Zhenjiang gradually cools down, with a large temperature difference between morning and evening. It is recommended to wear light clothing, but also pay attention to keeping warm to prevent colds. During the tour, respect local customs and habits, do not litter or graffiti in the scenic area, and protect the environment.