A Treasure Trove Of Artifacts - The Overseas Chinese Museum
Located in the Fujian province of China, Xiamen is an exiting place to visit if youre a travel fanatic
. A unique mix of native and overseas Chinese culture enriches the already thriving cultural diversity of this oriental city. This coastal city is one of the more quiet places in China that tourists have the pleasure of visiting. Home to a number of famous attractions, Xiamen is most renowned for Gulangyu Island and the Overseas Chinese Museum. With major international presences haunting the past of Xiamen, this remarkable city has also been honored by being nominated as one of the most suitable places to live in China. Despite keeping a low profile, Xiamen is a major contributor to the fast growing Chinese economy and is a favorite destination for a large number of foreign investors.
Covering an area of 50,000 square meters, the Xiamen Overseas Chinese Museum is a venue that highlights the proud heritage of overseas Chinese. This magnificent palace like structure is divided into three main exhibition halls: the Hall of Relics of Motherlands History, the Hall of Nature and the Hall of History of Overseas Chinese.
The Hall of Relics of Motherlands History houses a fascinating collection of extremely valuable relics and artwork form ancient times. Thousands of pottery, bronze ware, sculptures and paintings from past dynasties are also found within these walls. The Hall of Nature exhibits a number of animal species ranging from mammals to birds and even showcases a variety of plants as well. The Hall of History of Overseas Chinese exhibits a number of artifacts that examine the history of overseas Chinese prior to and after the liberation.
Xiamen is also home to Gulangyu Island where gorgeous colonial buildings are plentiful and automotive environmental pollution is non existent purely because the use of vehicles is not allowed. This is a perfect getaway destination for those of us who just want to escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Guests can find a Xiamen hotel practically anywhere in the city but Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen offers unparallel services and a full range of amenities for a memorable stay.