Chronicles Of Visionary: The Sun Yat-sen Exhibition In Nanjing

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Sun Yat-sen Historical Exhibition (Permanent Exhibition)

Location
Sutra Depository (Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall) within the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum Scenic Area
Xuanwu District, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province
(Located between the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum and Linggu Temple, part of the mausoleum’s memorial complex)

Theme
"Revitalizing China" — Showcasing Dr. Sun Yat-sen’s revolutionary journey, philosophical ideals, and historical legacy through artifacts, documents, photographs, and immersive reconstructions.

Highlights
Three-Level Exhibition Structure

Ground Floor: Chronological display of Sun’s life—from education and medical career to revolutionary leadership.

First Floor: Focus on Sun’s ties to Nanjing (e.g., inauguration as Provisional President, 1929 state funeral) and the Three Principles of the People (Nationalism, Democracy, People’s Livelihood).

Second Floor: Thematic exhibits, including the permanent "History of Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum" display.

Rare Artifacts

Replicas of Sun’s handwritten Outline of National Reconstruction, Republic of China-era documents, medals, and personal belongings.

Historical photos/files from the 1912 Nanjing Provisional Government period.

Immersive Experiences

Reconstructed scenes: Sun’s office, revolutionary base models.

Multimedia presentations of key events (e.g., the 1911 Revolution).

Architectural Features
Sutra Depository Building: Tibetan Lamaist-style architecture with green tiles and red pillars. A bronze statue of Sun stands in front.

Stone Tablet Corridor: Outdoor cloisters engraved with the full text of Three Principles of the People (138 stone tablets).

Visitor Information
Category Details
Opening Hours Tue-Sun: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last entry 4:30 PM); Closed Mondays (except holidays).
Admission Free (Requires reservation for Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum entry; no separate ticket needed).
Booking Reserve via WeChat: "南京钟山风景区" (Nanjing Zhongshan Scenic Area) or on-site QR code.
Transport Metro Line 2 to Muxuyuan Station → Transfer to scenic shuttle bus (or 20-min walk to the hall).
Suggested Tour Combine with Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum & Music Terrace (2–3 hours total).
Significance
Explores China’s democratic revolution and Sun Yat-sen’s enduring vision of "The World Belongs to All" (天下为公).

Preserves Nanjing’s pivotal role in modern Chinese history.

Pro Tip: For foreign visitors, scan QR codes at exhibits with translation apps for detailed English explanations. Book weekday visits to avoid crowds!