Inside Shanxi Museum: A journey through China's cultural heritage

Founded in 1919, Shanxi Museum in north China's Shanxi Province is home to more than 500,000 artifacts. Its extensive collection features items unearthed through archaeological excavations since the 1920s, as well as treasures gathered over the past century, including bronzeware, porcelain, stone carvings, Buddhist statues, murals, calligraphy, and paintings. The museum also regularly hosts temporary and special exhibitions highlighting Shanxi’s rich history, cultural heritage, and distinctive relics. Let's explore what's inside.