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Turpan Museum
Introducing Turpan Museum
Turpan Museum is a regional museum nestled in Turpan city. Turpan Museum covers a space of over 17,000 square meters (4.2 acres) and was opened in 2009. Its unique crescent shape slopes gracefully from northwest to southeast, creating a sight to behold. Four giant Uyghur relief murals, arcing elegantly between the two gates, further enhance its visual appeal.
The three-story museum boasts nine exhibition halls and over 20,000 pieces spanning 35 categories. From ancient stone tools and delicate pottery to intricate wood carvings and shimmering gold artifacts, each piece is meticulously curated to reveal the depth and breadth of Turpan’s heritage. Visitors can journey through the the exhibition of Turpan history, marvel at the giant Rhinoceros fossil, and delve into the world of ancient manuscripts, coins and remarkably preserved mummies.
More than just a collection of artifacts, Turpan museum is a portal to the region’s soul, allowing visitors to witness the layered chronicle of time, culture, and fortitude that characterizes this fascinating place.
Turpan Museum Fast Facts
• Chinese Name: TǔLǔFān BóWùGuǎn 吐鲁番博物馆
• Best Time to Visit: All year around
• Recommended Visiting Hours: 2 - 3 x hours
• Things to Do: Photography, Architecture, History and Culture
• Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 – 18:00
• Entrance Fee: Free
• Address: 1268 Mu’na’er Road, Gaochang District, Turpan, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
What to Expect at the Turpan Museum
Before embarking on a journey through the wonders of the Silk Road surrounding Turpan, a visit to the Turpan Museum is essential. Consider it the perfect prelude – a key to unlocking the region’s compelling backstory and connecting the threads of its fascinating sites.
General History of Turpan Exhibition
The remarkable exhibition awaits on the first floor, showcasing 323 cultural relics divided in 7 sections that vividly depict 4,000 years of regional history. The artifacts, ranging from expressive terracotta figurines and vibrant red pottery to exquisite Uyghur silk fabrics and ancient scripts like Sogdian, Uyghur, and Brahmi, present an engaging snapshot of the region’s unique cultural heritage and its significant role in shaping Chinese civilization.
Giant Rhinoceros Fossils Exhibition
This exhibition hall showcases an impressive collection of paleontological treasures. At the heart of the exhibition stands the awe-inspiring giant rhinoceros fossil, unearthed in 1993. This magnificent creature is among the largest known land mammals to have ever existed. Standing an impressive 4 meters (13 ft) tall at the shoulder and measuring approximately 7.3 meters (24 ft) in length from head to body, this herbivorous giant weighed an astounding 15 tons. The fossil dates back to the Oligocene epoch, roughly 24 million years ago. Beyond the giant rhinoceros, the exhibition hall houses over 200 various dinosaur fossils, including the remarkable Junggar Pterosaurs, as well as an array of other ancient animal remains.
Turpan Mummies and Burial Artifacts Exhibition
The arid climate of Turpan has remarkably preserved the bodies of its ancient inhabitants and their burial artifacts for thousands of years. The exhibition inspires awe with its display of mysterious shaman mummies from the Yanghai Tombs and the remarkably preserved remains of the Subeishi and Shengjindian people, all presented in their original burial positions. Among the Shengjindian artifacts lies a truly extraordinary find: a prosthetic limb dating back over 2,500 years, making it the oldest known prosthetic in the world.
How to Get to Turpan Museum
• By Bus: Take bus 208 to Quwei Station.
Additional travel advice on Turpan Museum
• The museum is closed on Mondays except Chinese public holidays.
• Food and colored drinks are not allowed in the museum.
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