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Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King
Introducing Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King
Guangzhou Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King is built over the archaeological site of the Nanyue Kingdom Palace, which is listed into the Cultural Relics under State Protection. Located at the heart of the inner city of Guangzhou, the site of the Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King testifies to the fact that Guangzhou has been the political, economic and cultural center of the Lingnan region over a period of thousands of years.
Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King Fast Facts
• Chinese Name: Xihan Nanyuewang Bowuguan 西汉南越王博物馆
• Best Time to Visit: All year around
• Recommended Visiting Hours: About 1 to 3 hours
• Things to Do: Photography, Archaeology, Han Dynasty History
• Opening Hours: 09:00-17:30
• Entrance Fee: ¥10
• Address: No. 867, Jiefangbei Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province
What to expect at Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King
Since the year 1995, in the excavated area of the site have been discovered palaces, a royal garden and palace walls of the Nanyue period (203 B.C. - 111 B.C.), which prove that Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King used to be the location of the Nanyue Kingdom Palace and the heart of the Kingdom's capital. The royal garden is the earliest example of its kind discovered to date in China.
Also discovered here are the remains of the palaces and a royal garden of the Nanhan Kingdom which existed in the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period (917 - 971), demonstrating that the site was the location of the Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King, too.
Guangzhou Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King has been found that the site was also the seat of government offices in various historical periods following the unification of the Lingnan region by the Qin Empire. The cultural strata discovered here start upwards from the Qin Dynasty (221 B.C. - 206 B.C.) through the Western Han, the Eastern Han, the Western Jin, the Eastern Jin, the Southern, the Tang, the Song, the Yuan, the Ming and the Qing Dynasties up to the Republic of China (1911 - 1949), storing the cultural relics of twelve historical periods. They are like unwritten chronicles that record over two thousand years of urban development of Guangzhou.
The cultural strata discovered from this site storing the cultural relics of twelve historical periods. They are like unwritten chronicles that record over two thousand years of urban development of Guangzhou. In addition, more than five hundred wells have been found within the area. Built with different materials and in different styles, they constitute a museum of wells.
With a protection area of 53,000 square meters, the site of Guangzhou Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King has been twice listed as one of the top ten archaeological discoveries of the year1995 and 1997 in China. In 1996, it was declared as one of the Major Historical Monuments and Cultural Relics under State Protection by the State Council. In 2005, Guangzhou Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King was made a receiver of the special fund for the protection of major national relics in "the 11th-Five-Year-Plan". In 2006, " Relics of the Nanyue Kingdom" consisting of the site of Guangzhou Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King, the remains of the wooden water gate and the mausoleum of the second king of the Nanyue Kingdom was included in the list of China's candidates for world cultural heritage status.
How to get to Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King
By Metro
• Take Metro Line 2 and get off at Yuexiu Park Station (Exit E).
By Bus
• Take bus No. 7, 29, 33, 203, 211, 273, 543 or 552 and get off at Jiefang Beilu Station.
Additional travel advice on Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King
• The museum is free for the public on certain days each year, such as on International Museum Day ( May 18), Chinese Heritage Day( Jun. 13), etc. Please check the official website for more details.
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Tour Highlights
• Visit Five Rams Statue, the icon of Guangzhou to learn the reason why Guangzhou is called the City of Five Rams
• Learn the history of the Republic Era of China at Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall
• Visit Mausoleum of Nanyue King, the final resting place of the second king of Nanyue Kingdom, entombed in 122 BC
• Explore Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, an all-in-one ancestral shrine, Confucian school & chamber of commerce
• Visit Temple of the Six Banyan Trees, built in AD537 to enshrine Buddhist relics brought over from India
• Enjoy a stunning bird's eye view of Guangzhou from Canton Tower, the tallest tower in China
• Experienced English speaking tour guide
• Overland round-trip transfers with private chauffeur and in-transport refreshmentsAbout This Tour
• Departure: Daily departing from Guangzhou
• Tour Duration: Approximately 8 hours.
• Guide Languages: Chinese & English.
• Pick-up Time: Between 07:00 and 10:00, choose a departure time most suitable for you.
• Pick-up & Drop-off Place: Your accommodation in Guangzhou
• Advice on Meals: Lunch is not included in this tour, please have a big breakfast and pack snacks just in case you get a bit peckish during sightseeing. If you want to try authentic local food for lunch, please feel free to inform your guide who is always ready to help.Tour Itinerary at a Glance
• Pick up from your accommodation in Guangzhou
• Visit Five Rams Statue
• Mausoleum of the Nanyue King
• Sun Yat-sen's Memorial Hall
• Lunch on your own
• Visit Chen Clan Ancestral Hall
• Visit Temple of the Six Banyan Trees
• Visit Canton Tower
• Transfer back to your accommodation in Guangzhou
Tailor This Tour to Meet Your Needs and Requirements
• If you want to modify this itinerary, please feel free to contact GoGrandChina by WhatsApp (+86-18309280878), Wechat (+86-18309280878) or email (info@GrandChinaTravel.com), we will create a tailor-made tour package for you.Tour Prices (US$ Per Person)
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Price Remarks
• Prices are not valid during China's Official Holidays (such as National Day & Chinese New Year Festival etc.).
• Prices are not valid during Guangzhou Trade Fair (Apr 14 to May 5, Oct 14 to Nov 5).
Price Inclusions
• Professional English language speaking private tour guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle with private experienced driver
• All admission tickets to sightseeing places
• All government taxesPrice Exclusions
• Hotel accommodation.
• Your personal expenses.
• Meals are excluded allowing you flexibility on menu.
• Travel insurance is not included. Please purchase before your trip to provide for any unforeseen circumstances.
• Gratuities to guide & driver. They are customary and would be of great encouragement and reward for quality service.Additional Info
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
• The itinerary is subject to change due to traffic conditions or bad weather.
• The itinerary is flexible; changes can be made upon written request from travelers.
• IMPORTANT: It is required by the government regulations that travelers must provide their name, gender, nationality, passport number and date of birth to their tour operator upon booking a tour. Failure to do so could result in being denied access or admittance to sites and attractions during sightseeing. When you book this tour, please complete all required fields at checkout. Please bring your passport with you on the tour.Cancellation Policy
• You may cancel the booking and receive a full refund up to 24 hours prior to the date of your tour.
• Cancellation within 24 hours or after the tour begins is non-refundable.
• Cancellation request will be confirmed in 2-5 business days, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.Why Travelers Have to Choose GoGrandChina Private Tours?
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• Choose your most suitable departure time, whether you are an early bird or you prefer sleeping in.
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