China National Silk Museum, Hangzhou (must see)

The China National Silk Museum is one of the largest museums in the world. It is divided into eight rooms arranged by themes, including Folk, Weaving, Relics, Modern Achievements and more. This modern museum is handicap accessible and admission is free. It offers guided tours, translations, information on silk pamphlets, video and audio guides, and a wonderful shop containing gifts made of silk.

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Sight Name: China National Silk Museum
Sight Location: Hangzhou, China (See walking tours in Hangzhou)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery

Walking Tours in Hangzhou, China

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