Hepu Han Dynasty Culture Museum
广西合浦汉代文化博物馆
A museum of artifacts from Han tombs in Hepu, a departure port of the Maritime Silk Road. Glassware, agate and amber from abroad bear witness to Han-era maritime trade.
The Hepu Han Dynasty Culture Museum in Hepu County, Beihai, is a themed museum centered on artifacts excavated from the Hepu Han tombs. Hepu was one of the departure ports of the Han-dynasty Maritime Silk Road, and nearly ten thousand Han tombs are scattered around the county seat. Exhibits include glassware, crystal, agate, amber bead ornaments, Persian ceramic jars, bronze phoenix lamps and stilt-style pottery houses. They reflect Han-era maritime trade with Southeast Asia, South Asia and even the Mediterranean region. Admission is free, and the museum is usually closed on Mondays. Nearby Hanlü Culture Park has Han tomb sites. It is about 30 km from Beihai city and can be reached by intercity bus or by car.
Opening hours
09:00–17:00, closed Mon
Nearby sights
- Haisi Shougang (First Port of the Maritime Silk Road) Scenic Area
- Dalang Ancient City Site
- Xingdao Lake
- Beihai Underwater World
- Beihai Old Street (Zhuhai Road)
- Beihai Modern Architecture (Former British Consulate)
- Waisha Seafood Island
- Beibu Gulf Square