HANGZHOU,
China, June 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On
June 19, 2024, the China National
Silk Museum held the grand opening of the "Heavenly
Palace: Chang'an on the Silk Roads" exhibition. The exhibition
is segmented into five thematic parts: The Capital of the World,
The Commercial Capital, The Cultural Capital, The Fashion Capital,
and Chang'an and Zhejiang.
The Silk Road has long served as a vital conduit
for the fusion, exchange, and dialogue between Eastern and Western
civilizations and cultures, contributing significantly to the
global prosperity for nearly two millennia. Along this historic
route, ancient Chang'an exemplified a spirit of openness,
inclusiveness, diversity, and harmony, embodying the enduring
grandeur of the Han and Tang dynasties, and illuminating Chinese
civilization on the global stage. Zhejiang, a crucial nexus at both the
beginning and end of the ancient overland and maritime Silk Roads,
continues to play a pivotal role in the Belt and Road Initiative.
Stretching across vast distances and countless epochs, the Silk
Road has cultivated a spirit defined by peace and cooperation,
openness and inclusiveness, mutual learning, and reciprocal
benefits. This enduring Silk Road spirit remains as vibrant and
relevant today as ever.
During the Han and Tang dynasties, Chang'an stood
as the starting point of the ancient Silk Road, serving as a vital
nexus connecting the East and West across the Eurasian continent.
With its flourishing economy, radiant culture, and open-hearted
inclusivity, Chang'an emerged as a magnificent global metropolis
and a vibrant hub for cultural exchange between China and the world.
This year commemorates the tenth anniversary of
the "Silk Roads: the Routes Network of Chang'an-Tianshan Corridor"
being recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. For centuries,
the Silk Road culture epitomized by Chang'an — renowned for its
openness, inclusivity, and mutual exchange — has been revered
worldwide. Through the exhibition of archaeological discoveries and
exquisite artifacts, we aim to revive the captivating charm of this
world city and celebrate the magnificent prosperity of the Silk
Road.
The exhibition innovates in four aspects:
concept, content, form, and dissemination. It adopts the new
curatorial theory of "User Generated Content (UGC)" and employs
immersive design to enhance sensory experiences. Creatively
integrating the historical background of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand
Canal as a vital artery for intercity communication, highlighting
the close connection between Chang'an and Zhejiang. It affirms Zhejiang's pivotal role as both the starting
and ending points of the land and maritime Silk Roads.
The exhibition will last until October 7th, 2024, featuring a total
of more than 210 exhibits, including over 50 primary cultural
relics.
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