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- Asia
- Taiwan
- Taipei
- National Palace Museum
National Palace Museum
Those who want to soak up some Chinese culture in serious style
will be awed by the vast collection of ancient artefacts and
artwork at Taipei's National Palace Museum. The collection forms
the bulk of what was once on display at the Forbidden City in
Beijing, moved to Taipei as a result of the Chinese Civil War.
Recently re-opened after extensive renovations, the museum houses
some world-famous exhibits like the 'Jade Cabbage' (a piece of jade
carved to resemble a cabbage head), and a valuable copy of the
Qingming Scroll.
Information & Facts
Address
221 Chih-shan Road, Sec. 2, Shih-lin
Admission
NT$160, concessions available
Language
Mandarin is the official language of Taiwan, but
Taiwanese is often spoken and English is generally
understood.
Money
Taiwan's currency is the New Taiwan Dollar (TWD), which is
divided into 100 cents. Foreign currencies and travellers cheques
(American Express, Citibank or Thomas Cook) can be exchanged at
government-designated banks and hotels. Receipts are given when
currency is exchanged, and must be presented in order to exchange
unused NT dollars before departure. Major credit cards such as
American Express, Master Card, Visa, and Diners Club are accepted.
Banks are open Monday to Friday. US dollars are the preferred
currency. ATMs are plentiful but not all accept international bank
cards.
Opening Times
Daily 9am to 5pm. Free guided tours in English at
10am and 3pm daily
Time