Manchu Cultural Museum

Located in the heart of Shenyang, the former capital of the Qing Dynasty, the Manchu Cultural Museum offers an immersive journey into the history, traditions, and lifestyle of the Manchu ethnic group. The museum houses an extensive collection of artifacts, documents, and exhibits that trace the rise of the Manchu people from their origins in Northeast China to their establishment of the Qing Dynasty, which ruled China for nearly three centuries from 1644 to 1912. The museum building itself reflects traditional Manchu architectural styles, with distinctive features like the kang heated platform beds and intricate wood carvings. Visitors can explore the evolution of Manchu culture, from their nomadic roots to their sophisticated court traditions, and understand how this minority group shaped Chinese history and culture during their reign.