Xiangyang Museum
襄阳博物馆
The new Xiangyang Museum at the foot of Mount Xian, where Chu bronzes and Three Kingdoms artifacts are the highlights.
Xiangyang Museum The Xiangyang Museum was once housed in the Zhaoming Terrace of the old city. The new building lies around Mount Xian in Xiangcheng District, with much more exhibition space. The main exhibits trace Xiangyang's history from prehistory through the Chu state, Qin and Han, and the Three Kingdoms to the Ming and Qing. Standouts include Chu bronze ding and weapons, Spring and Autumn bronzes such as the Xuzi Ding, a model of the Chu capital, and bronze horses unearthed from the Three Kingdoms tomb at Caiyue in Fancheng. These help explain Xiangyang's status as a "place every strategist must fight for." Admission is generally free, but you need to book with your ID card. The museum is closed on Mondays, though check the official notice. It is close to Tang City Film and TV Base and Xijia Pond, so you can plan them for one day: visit the museum and Xijia Pond in the morning, then go to Tang City for the evening night tour.
Opening hours
Closed Mondays; approx. 09:00–17:00 (check official announcements)
Nearby sights
- Xianshan & Xianshou Pavilion
- Xijia Pond
- Tang City Film Base
- Zhongxuan Tower
- Green Screen Wall of Prince Xiang's Mansion
- North Street & Zhaoming Terrace
- Zhenwushan Taoist Temple
- Xiangyang Ancient City Wall & Linhan Gate