National Palace Museum Taipei

National Palace Museum    

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The National Palace Museum (traditional Chinese: 國立故宮博物院 ; simplified Chinese: 国立故宫博物院 ; pinyin: Guólì Gùgōng Bówùyuàn ) is an …

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Jan 5, 2025
I love the backstory to this museum. It houses the world's largest and most valuable collection of Chinese art, hidden away from the Japanese and the the Communists and come to rest in this little c… Full review by 362rachellec
Dec 27, 2024
As soon as you see this building you know it is going to hold wonderful treasures!? I was fortunate to see the special Van Cleef & Arpels collection exhibit, wow! This museum houses over 1.5 million… Full review by bukagirl
Dec 18, 2024
The collection of artefacts across 3 floors and 10-12 exhibit halls are an eye-opener to Chinese art, history and culture. Excellent signage with detailed descriptions in English for all exhibits. Th… Full review by SNottIN
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The primary building of the National Palace Museum in Taipei was designed by Huang Baoyu and was constructed from March 1964 …
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The National Palace Museum (traditional Chinese: 國立故宮博物院 ) is an antique museum in Shilin, Taipei, Republic of China. I…
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This site consists of several sections, the main building where the exhibition is, the library, Chang Dai-chi’en Memorial Residence, Zhish…
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Established:10 October 1925 (in Forbidden City, Beijing)
Located:Shilin, Taipei
Architect:Huang Baoyu (Northern Branch) Kris Yao (Southern Branch)
Visitors:Northern branch: 3,832,373 (2019)
Director:Hsiao Tsung-huang
Type:National museum

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Does the cloakroom/checkroom accept large check-in suitcases? I will be coming directly from the airport to the …
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Does the cloakroom/checkroom accept large check-in suitcases? I will be coming directly from the airport to the museum...
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As far as I know, the cloakroom is helpful when it comes to storing large-sized baggage.
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Answer by Jeffry B · May 4, 2024
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Hi where is the ticket office to buy tickets at the main palace? Ty!
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Right at the lobby. There is a counter or you can use the self service kiosks
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is there any dress code? because of the heat we were planning to wear shorts so was making sure that was ok.
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There is no dress code, shorts or smart casual is fine.
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Does the museum offer annual memberships to individuals? I want to visit the museum on different days and I hope to …
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Does the museum offer annual memberships to individuals? I want to visit the museum on different days and I hope to not pay the full price everytime. In the US, Italy, or other places, museums offer annual membership for unlimited visits. Some memberships even allow a friend to come along with the member, like at the San Francisco Museums of Fine Arts. I have read the museum's website but could not find the answer. Thank you for your time.
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I have been to the San Francisco Museums of Fine Art. The National Palace Museum offers multiple entry options, and it is certainly is worth more than one visit, particularly if you …
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I have been to the San Francisco Museums of Fine Art. The National Palace Museum offers multiple entry options, and it is certainly is worth more than one visit, particularly if you are interested in Asian art and history. I do not know if it offers annual memberships, but the staff are very helpful. You can ast them. I woulld ecommend that you take a guided tour, the guides have excellent English and are very knowledgeable.
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