Shanxi Grand Merchants' Furniture Museum
The Shanxi Grand Merchants' Furniture Museum is located at No. 109, South Street, in the ancient city of Pingyao. Built on the former site of Baichuantong, one of China’s top ten banking houses, it covers an area of 1,071.2 square meters.
The residence features exquisite architecture and an impressive presence, with over 70 treasure exhibition rooms housing tens of thousands of artifacts. The collection spans a wide range of categories, is abundant and dazzling, all being rare items of inestimable value. It serves as valuable material for studying the lives, daily living, and cultural essence of Shanxi merchants. While exploring the museum, visitors can experience the charm of traditional courtyard homes and appreciate the elegance of the banking merchants. It is a must-visit destination when touring the ancient city of Pingyao.
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