The National Museum of China 1/5The National Museum of ChinaThe foyer of Beijing's National Museum of China is often full of visitors eager to see the site’s collection of communist artwork. // © 2014 Shane NelsonPreviousNext2/5The National Museum of ChinaAmong the National Museum of China’s treasures is this painted pottery horse from the Tang dynasty. // © 2014 Shane NelsonPreviousNext3/5The National Museum of ChinaThis bixie, a mythical lion-like beast commonly stationed outside the tombs of Chinese aristocracy, dates back to around 25 AD and is from the Eastern Han Dynasty. // © 2014 Shane NelsonPreviousNext4/5The National Museum of ChinaThis collection of statues depicting Chinese generals is a particularly popular spot for taking photos. // © 2014 Shane NelsonPreviousNext5/5The National Museum of ChinaMuseum visitors can view a range of Mao artifacts, including this pair of shoes he is said to have worn during a battle in Shaanxi. // © 2014 Shane NelsonPreviousNext
