Stunning Eastern Aesthetics! A Photo Guide to the Hong Kong Palace Museum

I was completely blown away by the Hong Kong Palace Museum! Inspired by Beijing’s Forbidden City, it reinterprets traditional elements with a super modern approach, creating fresh new styles~

The architectural details are full of clever ideas! The red walls are replaced with modern aluminum materials, and the golden roof is made with streamlined aluminum panels, combining the grandeur of a palace with a futuristic vibe. The most impressive feature is the "vertical central axis" design, extending from the entrance all the way to the rooftop observation deck, creating a strong sense of ceremony! Skylights bring natural light into the exhibition halls, making the play of light and shadow on sunny days incredibly dreamy 🌞 Even the feng shui design hides subtle meanings, with the courtyard water feature symbolizing "gathering energy and bringing blessings"—you have to admire the designer’s thoughtfulness!

Nine major exhibition halls will tire your feet! Halls 1-7 have rich permanent exhibitions (Hall 7 is temporarily under setup), Hall 8’s "Flowing Feast" showcases Chinese food culture, and Hall 9’s "The Forbidden City Meets Versailles" is a cross-cultural collision~ Most exhibits come from the Palace Museum in Beijing, with high-transparency, non-reflective glass display cases bringing artifacts close to you, paired with immersive multimedia installations that transport you back a thousand years in an instant!

From symbols of imperial power to shared cultural heritage, this museum is not just an exhibition space but a perfect interpretation of contemporary Eastern aesthetics! Whether you’re an architecture enthusiast or an exhibition lover, this place is a must-visit, with every corner perfect for photos 📸

Post by K i K i | Jun 28, 2025