🎐 China Fan Museum – Where Elegance Meets Craftsmanship

Tucked inside the Gongchen Bridge Historic & Cultural District, the China Fan Museum (中国扇博物馆) is the largest fan-themed museum in the world, and one of Hangzhou’s three national-level specialty museums.

✨ Why visit?
• The museum is spread across two floors, with exhibitions tracing the history, origins, and artistry of Chinese fans.
• Explore over 2,000 ancient and modern fans from China and beyond — from folding fans of the Han dynasty, ceremonial fans, religious fans, wedding fans, to fans in daily life and art.
• Learn how fans were linked to literature, painting, and social life, and see how fan-making techniques evolved across dynasties and regions.
• Special sections also showcase minority ethnic fans, European fans, and exquisite Suzhou-style silk and lacquer fans.

📍 Location: Gongchen Bridge, Hangzhou

⏰ Opening Hours: Tuesday–Sunday, 9:00–16:30 (closed Mondays).

Admission is free. On weekends/holidays, advance booking is needed via ID, but on weekdays you can walk right in.

🌟 A museum that’s as elegant as the fans it celebrates — perfect for culture lovers, photographers, and anyone wanting to experience the artistry behind this iconic Chinese accessory.

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Post by NatDiscoversAsia | Sep 24, 2025