The Shanghai Museum is shaped very differently, and it is pleasing to know that its structure is symbolic as well. It is widely believed that the massive dome signifies the ancient belief that heaven was round and the square base suggests a square-shaped earth. Intriguing, you might think. But wait until you have entered the museum to find eleven galleries that focus on different types of Chinese art. In addition to the galleries, the museum houses three exhibition halls as well. Shanghai, is a difficult city to figure out, especially because it is the largest city in China. But when you step into Citadines Biyun Shanghai you would discover that traversing the city becomes simple. Stay at this service apartment, Shanghai that is within easy reach of the museum. You are sure to carry home a heavy bag of knowledge on ancient Chinese art forms following your visit to the museum.
Each gallery is dedicated to an art form or a means of expression that was predominant during a certain epoch. Ancient ceramics and bronze works, sculpture, furniture from the Ming and Qing dynasties, jade creations and paintings are a few of what you will be able to discover at the museum.
The ancient bronze ware will take you back many years. The unusually familiar ceramics will narrate stories of China not so long ago and how ceramics of this kind became a trend in lands beyond China. The coin collection is also marvellous and will directly take you back to the days when China became an invincible trading nation.
Did you know that Jade signifies wealth, power and perfect morality? In the section dedicated to jade, you would be drawn to the gleaming green and its significance in China.
The Shanghai Museum is the first place you must visit when you set foot in Shanghai. 8,000 free tickets are issued every day. Be one of the lucky few to voyage to ancient China free of charge!
Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.
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