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2025.07.09 16:35 GMT+8

Guyuan relics exhibition showcases ancient cultural crossroads

Updated 2025.07.09 16:35 GMT+8
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"The Spiraling Glory: Treasures from Guyuan, Ningxia" exhibition has opened at the Shanghai Museum, offering visitors a deep dive into the cultural richness of northwest China. Showcasing more than 300 artifacts spanning from the Western Zhou period (1046-771 BC) to the Sui (581-618) and Tang (618-907) dynasties, the exhibition highlights the profound history of Guyuan, a vital crossroads on the ancient Silk Road.

A glass bowl dating back to 569 BC unearthed in Guyuan, Ningxia is seen on display at the Shanghai Museum on July 8, 2025. /VCG

A painted pottery tomb guardian warrior figurine unearthed in Guyuan, Ningxia is seen on display at the Shanghai Museum on July 8, 2025. /VCG

A green-glazed pottery lamp in the shape of a bear unearthed in Guyuan, Ningxia is seen on display at the Shanghai Museum on July 8, 2025. /VCG

Relics unearthed in Guyuan, Ningxia are seen on display at the Shanghai Museum on July 8, 2025. /VCG

Located at the foot of the Liupan Mountains in southern Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Guyuan served as a vital link between the farming civilizations of the Central Plains, the nomadic cultures of the northern steppe, and the trade networks of the Silk Road. The diversity of its archaeological finds reflects this unique position as a cultural crossroads.

A rare gold artifact depicting a hunting scene unearthed in Guyuan, Ningxia is seen on display at the Shanghai Museum on July 8, 2025. /VCG

An exhibition hall of "The Spiraling Glory: Treasures from Guyuan, Ningxia" is seen at the Shanghai Museum on July 8, 2025. /VCG

A painted wooden horse unearthed in Guyuan, Ningxia is seen on display at the Shanghai Museum on July 8, 2025. /VCG

Alongside the historical relics, nearly 200 cultural and creative products – ranging from plush toys and fridge magnets to jewelry and themed stamps – enhance the interactive experience for visitors. The exhibition runs from July 9 to November 17, 2025, blending cultural heritage with modern design to bring the legacy of Guyuan to life.

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