Nanjing Jiangning Weaving Museum Travel Guide

Located in a stunning blend of modern architecture and classical gardens, the Nanjing Jiangning Weaving Museum is a testament to the early life of the great literary figure Cao Xueqin. This museum, situated on the site of the former Jiangning Weaving Bureau, holds a profound connection to the Cao family and the classic novel 'Dream of the Red Chamber', making it a living embodiment of the novel's iconic 'Garden of Brocade'. The intricate and exquisite silk fabrics and imperial robes on display showcase the exceptional craftsmanship of the era, while the numerous historical artifacts and relics within the museum's collection are a treasure trove of Chinese history.

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The museum is located on Yangtze River Road, diagonally opposite the famous Nanjing Presidential Palace. The museum covers an area of ​​18,700 square meters, with three floors above ground and two floors underground. It is divided into Yunjin Pavilion, Dream of Red Mansions Pavilion, Chinese Cheongsam Pavilion, etc. There is a garden on the south side. There are four permanent exhibitions in the museum: "Jiangning Weaving", "Yunjin Tianyi", "A Dream of Red Mansions" and "Chinese Cheongsam", displaying Yunjin dragon robes, python suits, fabrics, restored scenes of Jiangning Weaving Office and displays of Jiangning weaving history. The literature and art of "Dream of Red Mansions", the evolution of flag uniforms to cheongsam from the Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China to the present, etc. There are also temporary exhibitions arranged every year.

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Leisure, sightseeing, traditional crafts, celebrity tours, literary tours. , old site, museum