Oroqen Museum

　　The Oroqen Museum was first built in 1991 and expanded in 2001. The site, including the square, covers an area of 21,000 square meters. The number of exhibition halls increased from one to five, with a total floor space of 3,200 square meters. The five exhibition halls are: Divine Hunters of the Greater Khingan, The Charm of the Greater Khingan, Equestrian Nobles of the Steppe, Achievements Hall, and Comprehensive Art Hall. Among them, the Divine Hunters of the Greater Khingan vividly reflects the historical development, economy, lifestyle, customs, rituals, and religious beliefs of the Oroqen people; The Charm of the Greater Khingan condenses the natural landscapes of the Oroqen Autonomous Banner, showcasing the natural and pristine beauty of the Greater Khingan Mountains; the Equestrian Nobles of the Steppe narrates the history and culture of the ancient northern ethnic group, the Tuoba Xianbei. With detailed cultural relics and explanatory charts and texts, it reflects the historical journey of the Tuoba Xianbei from their origins in the Greater Xianbei Mountains to galloping across the grasslands and eventually ruling the Central Plains; the Achievements Hall uses a wealth of photos and textual explanations to display the tremendous accomplishments made by the Oroqen people in the fifty years since the establishment of their autonomous banner; the Comprehensive Art Hall showcases high-quality cultural and artistic works created by local artists from the Oroqen Banner.

　　The Equestrian Nobles of the Steppe Hall, also known as the Xianbei Hall. This hall, through a historical lens, powerfully illustrates that the vast and magnificent Greater Khingan Mountains (ancient Greater Xianbei Mountains) were the cradle of ancient Chinese minority ethnic groups. The northern nomadic peoples set out from here to the grasslands and then advanced into the Central Plains, creating glorious achievements. The Tuoba clan of the Xianbei, who originally inhabited the northern section of the Greater Khingan Mountains, is one of the most renowned among them.

　　In the 1st century BC, the Tuoba Xianbei left the forests, rode into the grasslands, and grew increasingly powerful. In 386 AD, they established their regime in Shengle (near present-day Hohhot), laying the foundation of the Northern Wei Dynasty. In 398 AD, they moved the capital to Pingcheng (today’s Datong), and subsequently unified northern China. In 494 AD, they moved the capital southward to Luoyang, forming the powerful Northern Wei Dynasty that stood in opposition to the southern feudal dynasties. The Tuoba Xianbei were the first northern nomadic people in Chinese history to rule the Central Plains and establish a feudal dynasty. With a broad-minded and inclusive spirit, they extensively absorbed the advanced cultures of various ethnic groups, making significant contributions to the formation and development of the Chinese nation. This hall, with the strong support of cultural relic departments in brother provinces and cities, has been systematically developed and gradually perfected, becoming a thematic exhibition hall that fully reflects the historical footsteps of the Tuoba Xianbei. With a wealth of cultural relics such as imperial seals, gold stamps, pottery, and weapons, the hall allows visitors to understand the splendid history and unique ethnic culture of the Tuoba Xianbei, thereby enhancing national confidence and pride. Among the exhibits is the “Edict of Emperor Daowu of Wei,” issued to “proclaim to the world and make my will known” in the conquest of the Central Plains. There is also the “Song of the Cavalry” (Chilege), which was originally sung in the Xianbei language by the famous Northern Wei general Hua Rong and has been passed down through the ages. When Hua Rong sang it, his tone was vigorous and moved the heavens; the Xianbei generals silently joined in, entranced. This shows how long the song has been cherished among the Xianbei people and is considered one of the masterpieces of Xianbei culture, hailed as a timeless masterpiece.

　　The Oroqen Museum comprehensively displays the ethnic, historical, and forest cultures within the autonomous banner, making it an important tourist attraction and a cultural activity center for education, entertainment, and leisure.

　　Phone: 0471-4614000

　　Address: Daxing’anling Region, Heilongjiang Province