🏯✨ Unveiling Taipei’s Treasures: Why the Palace Museum Is a Must-See

The National Palace Museum (國立故宮博物院) in Taipei is one of the world’s greatest collections of Chinese art and history. With over 600,000 artifacts spanning dynasties, it’s a cultural treasure chest that offers a journey through 5,000 years of civilization.

🌟 Must-See Top 3 Treasures

1️⃣ Jadeite Cabbage with Grasshopper 🥬🐛 – a delicate jade carving that looks like a real cabbage with an insect perched on top. (Currently displayed in Prague, so check ahead if you want to see it.)
2️⃣ Meat-Shaped Stone 🍖 – a piece of jasper carved to look exactly like braised pork belly — it’s so realistic you’ll crave Taiwanese food after seeing it.
3️⃣ Ding of Duke Mao (毛公鼎) 🔥 – a massive bronze cauldron from the Western Zhou dynasty, inscribed with one of the longest bronze inscriptions in Chinese history.

📌 Tips for Travelers

✔️ Closed on Mondays – plan accordingly.
✔️ Tickets: On the spot = NTD 350. I booked via Trip.com for RM46.05 — about the same price, but way more convenient, and I earned Trip Coins & rewards. 🎟️✨
✔️ Set aside 3–4 hours to explore.
✔️ Get the audio guide 🎧 (if needed) — it adds fascinating stories behind each artifact.

The artifacts are beautifully displayed, and the craftsmanship is truly jaw-dropping. Pairing the cultural immersion with the calming stroll through Zhishan Garden made this visit one of the most memorable parts of my Taipei trip. 💖

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Post by dinniebatt | Sep 29, 2025