Hubei Provincial Museum

Hubei Provincial Museum — ancient bronze bells and Chu Kingdom treasures

Qianyi L.
By Qianyi L.·Updated May 2026·10 min read
Hubei Provincial Museum bronze bells exhibit, Wuhan, China
Time needed
2 hours
Rating
AA

Overview

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.

Plan your visit

Best time to visit

Weekday mornings.

Getting there

Metro Line 8 to Donghu Road station, then 5 minutes walk.

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