A visit to Hubei’s Suizhou Museum

A bronze yan from the Spring and Autumn Period (770 - 475 BC), which was used as a food steamer. [Photo by Bi Nan/chinadaily.com.cn]

Besides the bell set, representative relics unearthed from the tomb of Marquis Yi in the ancient Zeng State are also presented in the museum, demonstrating the culture and life of the mysterious kingdom.

Suizhou Museum, established in 1978, is a comprehensive museum covering relic collection, scientific research, exhibition and chime performance. Suizhou is regarded as the hometown of the ancient musical instruments, as well as the hometown of Yan Emperor in Chinese legend, also known as Shennong, or "holy farmer".