Hubei Provincial Museum
Hubei Provincial Museum — ancient bronze bells and Chu Kingdom treasures
Highlights — Why we like Hubei Provincial Museum
Intro
The Hubei Provincial Museum in Wuhan is one of China's finest regional museums, housing the extraordinary collection of the Marquis Yi of Zeng — a 5th century BC nobleman buried with 65 bronze bells (bianzhong) that remain the most remarkable musical instruments to survive from the ancient world. The bells are playable and replicas are demonstrated daily. The jade suit, bronzes, and lacquerware from the same tomb are equally extraordinary.
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings.
Getting There
Metro Line 8 to Donghu Road station, then 5 minutes walk.
Tickets & Entry
- Typical visit
2 hours
Local Tips
The chime bell performance (bianzhong) is demonstrated daily — check times at the museum entrance. Free entry requires online reservation. Allow 2 hours for the main collection.
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