About
The Six Dynasties Museum stands in Xuanwu District on Changjiang Road in Nanjing, the capital of Jiangsu Province in eastern China. It is also known as the Six Dynasties Civilization Museum, and it is an archaeological museum built on the site of the ruins of the ancient Jiankang palace.
What you will see
The museum's collection centres on the Six Dynasties period, when Nanjing served as China's capital. Its displays present artifacts and exhibits from that era, so visitors can see objects connected to a time when the city was at the heart of political life in the region.
Why the setting matters
Because the museum was built on the site of the Jiankang palace ruins, the visit is closely tied to the ground beneath it. Many people come to understand how the palace area relates to the objects on display, and to see the city's past in a more concrete way than a general history book offers.
Planning a visit
- Address: 302 Changjiang Road, Xuanwu District, Nanjing 210005
- Contact: +86-25-52326032
- Best suited to: visitors interested in archaeology, ancient Chinese history, and the early history of Nanjing
Xuanwu District is a good area to combine with a museum visit, as it lies in the older part of the city where you can explore the surroundings on foot after your time indoors. If you are interested in Nanjing's long history as a capital, this museum offers a focused and rewarding stop.
