Beijing's iconic Palace Museum is commemorating its centennial with a landmark exhibition titled 'Century of Stewardship: From the Forbidden City to the Palace Museum.' Running through three meticulously curated sections, the showcase offers a rare glimpse into China's imperial past and modern conservation efforts through 200 cultural treasures.
The exhibition's A Lineage of Scholarship section traces the museum's academic contributions, while A Century of Heritage highlights preservation milestones. Visitors to A World of Splendor can marvel at masterpieces like the 12th-century scroll 'Along the River During the Qingming Festival' and Tang Dynasty painting 'Five Oxen,' both celebrated for their historical and artistic significance.
Established in 1924 on the former grounds of the Ming and Qing imperial palaces, the UNESCO World Heritage Site now attracts over 19 million annual visitors. The exhibition underscores Beijing's growing role as a global cultural hub, offering insights valuable to historians, art enthusiasts, and travelers exploring China's rich heritage.
