A must for those curious about ancient Chinese art and culture

Word to the wise: Described as a "patriotic educational base", the museum can be quite difficult for travellers with little knowledge of Chinese history to fully appreciate the different art pieces from ancient Chinese dynasties.

This massive five-floor museum is considered one of the best in the country and is a magnificent piece of architecture.

With its five floors above ground and two floors underground, just about everything in Chinese art and culture can be found here. The impressive 65,000 square metres of well-curated exhibition halls offers not only treasured cultural relics and traditional folk art, but also activities such as pottery and Beijing Opera-style face painting. Visit their webpage for current exhibits.