On Monday, President Xi Jinping visited the Palace Museum in Beijing to mark its 100th founding anniversary. The centenary exhibition showcases centuries of art, architecture and imperial treasures, drawing history lovers and curious visitors alike.
In his capacity as general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, Xi urged greater efforts to protect the Palace Museum. He described the institution as a hallmark of Chinese civilization and called on cultural custodians to strengthen conservation and public engagement.
The milestone exhibition not only celebrates a century of preservation but also underscores the power of cultural heritage to bridge past and present. As the world watches, the Palace Museum’s centenary inspires renewed conversations on safeguarding history for future generations.
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President Xi Jinping visits Palace Museum's centenary exhibition
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