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Get InspiredAsiaChinaChongqingThree Gorges Museum

Three Gorges Museum

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Museum·Educational, Expansive, Cultural
Three Gorges Museum
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Three Gorges Museum
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Three Gorges Museum
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Three Gorges Museum
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Three Gorges Museum
Photo by Prasert Nimwanvilas from Google Places
Three Gorges Museum
Photo by Savoir Aimer (Admin) from Google Places
Three Gorges Museum
Photo by 傅廷暐 from Google Places
Three Gorges Museum
Photo by Prasert Nimwanvilas from Google Places
Three Gorges Museum
Photo by Felix Y from Google Places
Three Gorges Museum
Photo by Prasert Nimwanvilas from Google Places

The Three Gorges Museum in Chongqing is a modern cultural institution that offers a deep dive into the history and culture of the Three Gorges area and Chongqing itself. Situated in the Daxigou neighborhood, the museum is renowned for its expansive and well-curated exhibits that cover topics such as the ancient Ba-Yu culture, the monumental Three Gorges Dam project, and the history of early Chongqing. Visitors can explore multiple floors filled with original relics and artifacts, making it an ideal destination for history buffs and cultural enthusiasts. The museum's modern architecture and free entry policy make it an accessible and enriching experience for all visitors.

The Three Gorges Museum in Chongqing is a modern cultural institution that offers a deep dive into the history and culture of the Three Gorges area and Chongqing itself. Situated in the Daxigou neighborhood, the museum is renowned for its expansive and well-curated exhibits that cover topics such as the ancient Ba-Yu culture, the monumental Three Gorges Dam project, and the history of early Chongqing. Visitors can explore multiple floors filled with original relics and artifacts, making it an ideal destination for history buffs and cultural enthusiasts. The museum's modern architecture and free entry policy make it an accessible and enriching experience for all visitors.

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Address
236 Ren Min Lu, Daxigou, Yu Zhong Qu,Chong Qing Shi, China, 400015
Phone023 6367 9066

Highlights

  • Free entry with pre-registration.

  • Extensive exhibits on Bayu culture and Three Gorges Dam.

  • Modern architecture with multiple floors.

  • Original relics and artifacts.

  • Located across from the Great Hall of the People.

Best For

History buffs and cultural enthusiasts.

Occasion Tags

Tourists, Cultural Enthusiasts, Educational Visits

Reviews

4.2
Great339 reviews

The Three Gorges Museum in Chongqing receives praise for its modern architecture and comprehensive exhibits on the history and culture of the Three Gorges area. Visitors appreciate the free entry with pre-registration and the wide range of topics covered, including the ancient Ba-Yu culture and the Three Gorges Dam project. The museum houses a significant collection of original relics and artifacts, offering an educational experience. While most text is in Chinese, a translator app is recommended for non-Chinese speakers. Some visitors note the extensive number of exhibits can be overwhelming, suggesting a planned visit to fully appreciate the museum's offerings.

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Location

Daxigou, Chongqing, Chong Qing Shi, China
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