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Shanghai Museum
Best time to visit
Late morning on weekdays, right after opening, avoids school groups and gives time to see highlights before crowds build. Spring and autumn are best for combining the visit with a walk around People's Square when weather is pleasant.
Budget tips
Permanent collection is free with a timed ticket reservation, either online or at the box office; special exhibitions usually charge a fee. Reserve early with passport or Chinese ID to secure a free slot, and skip paid temporary shows if on a tight budget.
Recommended for
History buffs, Art lovers, Families with older children, Students and researchers
Plan your visit
2-3 hours
About
Quick facts: Duke hyrë në sallën kryesore ndjen sikur je në një klasë të bronzit ku ruhen mbi një mijë copa me dekoracione kaq të detajuara sa mund të dallohen gjurmët e veglave të punës. Në vitrinë ka objekte prej jade dhe qeramike me ngjyra, që ndonjëherë nën dritë reflektojnë ngjyrat e bardha të qumështit ose jeshile të thellë, duke të bërë të duash t'i prekësh.
Highlights: Ka një zonë për përvojë ku mund të prekësh riprodhime të afërta, ku vizitorët ndjejnë pëlhurën e pjekur prej balte dhe gërvishtjet e punës së dorës. Kjo është pak nga pikat ku lejohet prekja e kopjeve. Etiketat e eksponateve tregojnë numrin e tokës ose vitin e gërmimit. Një send i veçantë ka një inskriptim prej 12 rreshtash, të lexuar një nga një në mandarinin dhe anglisht nga guida audio, duke ju ndihmuar të lexoni dhe kuptoni secilin karakter.
Insider tips
- Arrive 15 minutes before your timed entry and pick up tickets at the museum gate to avoid lines.
- Wear comfortable shoes, galleries are large and floors require a fair amount of walking.
- Flash photography is prohibited in many galleries, so use a phone camera without flash and look for open atrium spots for better photos.
- Begin with the bronzes and ceramics galleries which draw crowds later, and reserve time for the calligraphy and painting rooms where labels can be detailed.
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